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Teen Pot Smoking May Cause Long-Term Anxiety

By Valerie Tejeda

An Australian study shows that teens who smoke pot are twice as likely to develop anxiety in adulthood. MORE  

Did US Drug Study Violate Chinese Addicts' Rights?

By McCarton Ackerman

Addicts participating in the heroin study may have been held against their will in Beijing rehabs. MORE  

Many Doctors Don't Spot Drinking Problems

By Gabrielle Wuhl

Unless they're actually drunk during a check-up, nearly half of problem drinkers go undetected, a study shows. MORE  

Alcohol "Reduces Anxiety But Not Fear"

By Chrisanne Grise

Booze may quell your first-date anxiety, but it won't reduce your existential fears—according to a new study. MORE  

Alcoholic Energy Drinks Linked to More Casual Sex

By McCarton Ackerman

A study shows the potent combo is linked to an increase in casual sex among college students. MORE  

Does Effexor Cause Compulsive Gambling?

By McCarton Ackerman

Numerous gambling addicts claim their problems began after they were prescribed the common anti-depressant. MORE  

One in 13 Pregnant Women Still Hits the Sauce

By Valerie Tejeda

And 20% of these even binge drink, says a new CDC study. MORE  

Senior Binge Drinkers Risk Cognitive Decline

By Valerie Tejeda

Adults 65 and older who drink heavily may be at a higher risk for dementia, a new study suggests. MORE  

Do Cigarette Taxes Drive Us to Drink?

By Gabrielle Wuhl

New research suggests rising cigarette prices are linked to an increase in "harmful drinking behaviors." MORE  

Is Marijuana the Next Big Obesity Cure?

By Valerie Tejeda

Pot is found to reduce appetite and boost metabolism in mice, raising hopes for its potential as a treatment. MORE  

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