Safely Perilous: Social Media Today
I was in the fifth grade when I joined Facebook as a result of some peer pressure. To a naive nine-year-old, it all seemed super exciting...
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Important Conversations in Euphoria’s Special Episode Part 1: Rue
Due to COVID-19, “Euphoria” was forced to shut down production for season 2 before it even had a chance to begin shooting; however, this...
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Tough Pills I Stopped Swallowing: Why I Quit Medicating My Mental Health
I think it’s important to start this article by stating that there is nothing wrong with medicating your mental health. If taking...
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The Case for Drug Reform in the UK
A recent report by campaign group Transform has made waves for its bold new proposal, making the case for radical drug reform in the UK...
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Your Crime Show Addiction Explained
Edited by Jasmine Ryu Won Kang Over the past few years, it is safe to say that crime shows have become my most-watched and favourite genre...
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My First Year of Sobriety
This past October, I celebrated one year of complete sobriety. I have been asked how it started and why it started, and while addiction can...
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Changing How We View Addiction
We have to change how we view addiction to lead those those who suffer to recovery.
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Moving Forward In A Relapse
A relapse in whatever battle you are facing, whether that be mental health, addition, or a mix of the two, is a place we often fear to be...
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5 Reasons I Am Glad I Stopped Drinking Soda Everyday
You may be thinking that I’d have to be crazy to be a college student that doesn’t drink caffeine. Well, that’s where you would be a little...
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TikTok is Shortening Our Attention Spans
While it's been around for four years, TikTok is a social media app that is more addicting than any other internet platform today. It's layout and algorithm has led users to shorten their attention spans with many of them not noticing it as they scroll for hours on their For You Page.
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In the Age of Technology Addiction, We Need Compassionate Design
It’s not a surprise that technology is an unprecedented addition to our daily lives--especially as technology became mobile. As a tool, it...
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Evangelia's Take on "Feel Good"
In the midst of Stay at Home orders and a global pandemic, Netflix released a show called Feel Good . Feel Good is a comedic and semi-autobiographical miniseries about comedian Mae Martin. The show’s cast doesn’t just feature Martin, but familiar faces like Lisa Kudrow of Friends . The six-episode series mostly focuses on the intricacies and intensities of Mae’s career, love life, and sobriety. It is funny, dramatic, and quirky in a slightly dark way.
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The War on Opioids: An Epidemic
Introduction to Opioids An “Opioid” is the overarching term for drugs that bind to opioid receptors in our nervous system. Receptors are...
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What to Expect When You Give Up Your Vape
I quit vaping six months ago. Here’s what to expect for the first few days, weeks, and months when you’re ready to take the leap.
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Are Tattoos Psychologically Addictive?
Tattoos have not only gained popularity throughout recent generations, but they have also been the center of controversy in regard to...
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Becoming 21 and My Fears Of Addiction
As a citizen of the United States, you officially become an adult when you turn 21. You can now do anything other adults do. This includes...
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Do I Really Need That Daily Dose Of Coffee?
It has become a social norm to grab a cup of coffee before heading to either work or class. Nothing feels more satisfying than walking into...
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Let's Talk about the Final Season of BoJack Horseman
What even happened in this last season?
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Sorry Is Just a Word: The Realities of Addiction
Content warning: Addiction and alcoholism. Addiction is something that I think everyone struggles with throughout their lives. If it is not...
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Why You're Addicted to Twitter
Don't worry, it's actually totally normal to be somewhat addicted to social media. Here may be the reasons why.
