The Cost of the War on Drugs

The Cost of the War on Drugs – Please RATE and SUBSCRIBE! June 17, 2011 marks the 40th Anniversary of Nixon’s War on Drugs. Ever wonder what it costs and if it’s worth it? To find out more…

High on the Hill

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But in the past five months the House of Representatives has seen the introduction of three bills that aim to change the federal tax and legal treatment of marijuana sellers and users. Our typical member of Congress isn't rushing out to swap his …
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Four beds ready to treat Internet addicts

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Because Internet addiction is not classified as a mental illness in the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (often referred to as the "psych bible"), none of the program's $ 14,000 cost will be covered by insurance. Dr …
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Total Recall just got real: Researchers genetically erase bad memories

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Hopefully this can lead to new drug discoveries,” she said. … “Substance users who are trying to stay clean, when exposed to the environment where they used the drug have all kinds of associations and memories in their minds that are strong enough to …
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Native School Girls Should Not Be for Sale on the Street

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Homelessness, addiction, financial and emotional dependence all combine with fear of being arrested tend to make trafficking victims reluctant to report their abusers, although most dream of escape. Prostitutes are regularly threatened and physically …
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