Mental health is an important issue in North Carolina, affecting individuals across all age groups, backgrounds, and communities.  In recent years, the state has seen an increase in mental health...

Mental health disorders affect a person’s thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, significantly impacting their daily life and overall well-being. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), over 970 million people globally...

Barbiturates are classified as sedative-hypnotic drugs that act on the central nervous system to produce calming, sleep-inducing, or anesthetic effects. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), the...

Marijuana refers to a compound derived from the Cannabis sativa or Cannabis indica plants and contains primary psychoactive compounds such as tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). According to the National...

Adderall refers to a central nervous system stimulant composed of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine, primarily prescribed for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. According to the U.S. Food and Drug...