Laws and Rules
This Ain’t Your Parents’ Marijuana
The debate over the efficacy and safety of marijuana has raged for decades. On one side is the quintessential, lovable […]
Naloxone – The New, Lifesaving Drug?
The opiate overdose epidemic has hit home on every level. On one hand, the news and entertainment industries have finally […]
Jail Diversion Programs – The Future of Criminal Justice?
Court ordered addiction treatment programs that serve to divert non-violent criminals with mental illness and substance abuse issues have gained […]
The Scourge of Synthetic Marijuana
Of the 1.2 million Emergency Room visits related to illicit drugs in 2011, only 28,531 were related to synthetic marijuana […]
Concerns Regarding The E-Cigarette Trend
Even though they have been marketed as a healthier alternative to traditional cigarettes, e-cigarettes also known as e-cigs, vape pens […]
Newly Popular THC Product Hitting The Market
As we’ve seen more and more often lately, those looking to stay ahead of drug enforcement are coming up with […]
What Is The Florida Certification Board?
The Florida Certification Board is the private regulatory body in Florida that oversees the certification of addiction counselors and other […]
The Link Between Substance Abuse and Mental Illness
The differences between substance abuse and mental illness are often blurred, especially because they are often treated as co-occurring disorders. […]
Why Is The Baker Act So Important?
The Baker Act, also known as the Florida Mental Health Act of 1971, is extremely important because it lays the […]