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April 1, 2026/Mental Health

What Does It Mean To Be ‘California Sober’?

This ‘harm reduction’ approach to sobriety involves subbing one substance for another — a method that isn’t backed by research

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What’s the Difference Between Dependence and Addiction?

When you’re dependent on a substance, your body relies on it to function; when you’re addicted to a substance, you continue to use it despite negative consequences

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April 3, 2025/Wellness

Everything You Should Know About Whippets and Galaxy Gas

Popular among teens, these inhalants give you a quick high, with serious harmful effects

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What You Need To Know About HHC

Sellers call it ‘light weed,’ but the health effects and safety are largely unknown

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May 30, 2023/Mental Health

What To Know About the Dangerous Drug Called ‘Tranq’

Xylazine is an animal sedative that’s behind an increasing number of human overdose deaths

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November 10, 2022/Men’s Health

Can Drugs Lower Your Sperm Count?

Various prescription medications and recreational drugs can have an impact

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