Gateway Theory, if you’re a product of the D.A.R.E. generation you’ve no doubt heard of the concept. Get introduced to “soft” drugs like alcohol or marijuana and you’re all but guaranteed to turn into a heroin addict. Is it true?
Tag: drugs
Drug Policy: The History
It’s pretty clear that America has a drug problem. The United States of America, the land of the free, houses less than 5% of the world’s population, and yet we have nearly 25% of the incarcerated population. This is due…
Scale of Addiction: A Drug by Drug Comparison
In most ways the “addictiveness” of a substance is highly subjective to the user. There’s no clear answer to the questions which drugs are more addictive than others. The subject of addiction in general is frequently unclear with room for…
An Outward Mindset: The Second Pillar
“When people see situations that need to change, the temptation is to immediately apply a behavioral solution. That seems like the fast approach. But if mindset is not addressed, it is usually the slow approach to change.” ― The Arbinger Institute
Jen’s Story: Shape of a Woman Pt. II
Jen Elizabeth Part Two of the O.D. Movement's Discussion with Jen Elizabeth author of the new book Shape of a Woman. If you haven’t already heard Part One I strongly encourage you go back and listen to the first half before…