addiction

What state is gambling addiction the worst, what state is it easiest to avoid, and how does Idaho compare?

I do believe that people open themselves up to depression through social media interaction. I think the recurring instances of worldwide suicide caused by these types of interactions is solid evidence for the case, but there are those that don't internalize results from their interactions online to such an extent.

Through actions and observation, one can argue that the people of Twin Falls, may have a sex addiction. Here is some evidence to back this theory.

Tell me again why you believe Idaho needs to sanction its use.

A southwest Idaho sheriff was a guest on FOX News recently and spoke out on the state's out-of-control opioid problem and its connection to Mexican drug cartels.

Drugs are in every city and town across the country, but compared to other states, how does Idaho compare to drug problems?

For most people gambling is fun and a form of entertainment, but do most Idahoans have a gambling issue or do they know when to call it quits?

A beer drinking study by Alcohol.org found that Idaho is a state full of lightweight drinkers.

Classic case of deflection when people get news they don’t like.

We’re becoming ever more addicted to our electronic devices.

Grandparents are much more frequently caring for grandchildren.

Everyone knows the feeling of stress.  Everyone knows depression at one time or another.

I don’t know anyone untouched by addictions.

Some days I love to shop and other days shopping sounds like the worst thing imaginable. Every Christmas I get to the point were I don't want to buy ANYTHING because all I have been doing is shop. The scary thing is, if you don't get tired of shopping you could be a SHOPAHOLICS! According to yahoo, here are four signs you might be addicted to shopping:

I'm guessing that you love pizza and probably couldn't give it up permanently. Does that mean we are addicted to pizza?

Debbie Thomas with the Walker Center in Gooding, ID. says believe it or not, most everyone is addicted to something.  Some addictions may not be as harmful as others but most of them can be harmful in some way. Gary Dempsey talks about an upcoming event with the Magic Valley Camera Club... Read More ... Read More ...

I've found myself setting up my alarm so that I can snooze in a bit. Apparently you can get a little addicted to that euphoric feeling of hitting the snooze and going back to sleep, despite the fact that it disrupts the total amount of good sleep you're able to get...

Top Story Podcast 8/12/11: First hour - What were your thoughts on the GOP Debate Thursday night? Also, Times News opinion editor Steve Crump. Second hour - Aaron Adams lost his job and couldn't find another. So he started a business capitalizing on his life-long hobby ...

The recent deaths of Amy Winehouse and Jeret "Speedy" Peterson have people feeling sorry for the victims.  Are they really victims of their own successes or can they just not cope with life?  Are those with self-inflicted addictions get our sympathy or should they buck up and get a grip on life...