Contrary to popular belief that marijuana can relieve stress, heavy use in young adults is associated with changes in the brain that impair a student’s motivation, anxiety levels and cognitive processing.
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College recovery programs are becoming more and more commonplace as universities are faced with the repercussions of addiction on their student bodies, including higher dropout rates, increased health leaves, and sinking grades.
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Stress is common, but when college stress becomes overwhelming, young adults may turn to alcohol for temporary relief.
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Why start drinking? In U.S. colleges, the culture of binge drinking remains a powerful force that young people need to work hard to avoid.
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