Australian women are increasingly consuming more than the safe amount of alcohol and often do so in a habit formed not only from social drinking but also to deal with the stresses of daily life. SharelinesAustralian women are consuming alcohol at a worrying rate....
Identifying the Signs of an Ice Addiction
Despite the damage faced by users, ice remains one of the most popular illicit drugs in Sydney. Being able to spot the signs of ice addiction is crucially important. Read on to find out how to determine when someone you know needs help. SharelinesIce is still the...
Online Wagers, Mobile Betting and the Odds Against You
The explosion of online and mobile betting has many Australians literally gambling with their lives. What often begins as harmless fun can quickly turn into a devastating disease. Learn the risks and signs of gambling addiction. SharelinesGambling addiction is a house...
Dangers Every Pregnant Mother Should Know About Drinking
With every glass of alcohol comes the risk of lasting brain damage to an unborn baby—why a simple choice to stop drinking can make all the difference. Sharelines Making positive choices during your pregnancy is not just for you—it’s for two. #addiction #recovery...
Australia’s “Ice” Epidemic Hits Mums, Teens
According to government studies, ice consumption in Australia has significantly increased in recent years—we look at who is using the drug, where in the country it is mostly being abused, and how addicts can break free from it. Sharelines More than one million...
Should Australia Increase the Legal Drinking Age?
Will raising the legal drinking age in Australia help to curtail binge drinking, developmental problems and alcohol-fuelled violence? A group of doctors from the Royal Australasian College of Physicians thinks so. Sharelines Would raising the legal drinking age help...
Aussie Footballers Cycle to Raise Awareness About Depression
Hoping to start a national conversation about mental health, Aussie footballers announce plans to bike more than 1,400 km from Sydney to Melbourne—500 meters for each of the 2,866 Australians who committed suicide in 2016. Sharelines
How to Know if You are Living with a Sex Addict
Do you suspect that your partner may be a sex addict? How would you know? You can empower yourself with knowledge about sex addiction, learn about its telltale signs, and what steps you can take if you believe your partner is a sex addict. Sharelines Learn to...
Legal Marijuana in California — What Does it Mean for Australians?
Australia is described as ‘ripe’ for legalisation of recreational marijuana. But it remains unregulated, and cannabis use continues to come with risks. Sharelines
A New Study Suggests Cocaine Addiction Could Begin after First Use
A new study has found that cocaine could be even more addictive than previously thought. In fact, using the drug one time could pave the way for addictive behaviours. In this post, we consider what this means for recreational cocaine users. SharelinesTo see this...