Art by Bethany WilsonWatching his father stagger home one night when he was young, freshman Carson Vandermade said he didn't realize his father was drunk until an argument exploded between his parents. It wasn't until later in his life he fully understood that his father suffered from alcoholism."You don't understand it, because you're a kid, so it's not like something that's … [Read more...] about A Loved One’s Role in Addiction
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Keeping Up or Falling Behind?
Photo by Milan LoaiconoModeled by Isabel Klein Nineteen-year-old Emily Taylor* enjoyed her childhood in Malibu: learning how to ride a wave before bike, consuming the freshest fruits from her at-home garden and all while being surrounded by one of the most beautiful landscapes in the world. But when the opportunity came around to leave "the Bu," Emily decided to leave this … [Read more...] about Keeping Up or Falling Behind?
Letter from the Editor
Photo by Milan Loaicono Most long-awaited conversations with my hometown friends typically follow a structure of life updates — school, family, work and relationships. We sit over steaming cups of coffee to laugh, vent and reconnect. This past break, I found myself in our usual coffee shop discussing a new topic — a topic that was a bit uncomfortable, yet gripping. It left … [Read more...] about Letter from the Editor
Raves and psychedelic drug culture — One and the same?
Photo by Milan LoaiconoModeled by Nicole Garza and Allison Nguyen"Just go to a festival, even if it’s some wack, local one ... experience the people, experience the magic, wear whatever you want," said Caroline Whitney, a rave enthusiast from Boston, Massachusetts, as advice to those unfamiliar with the many aspects of rave culture.For those outside of rave culture, raves … [Read more...] about Raves and psychedelic drug culture — One and the same?
Adderall — Study Savior Or Study Foe?
Photo by Milan LoaiconoAdderall: It is an addictive prescription stimulant some college students call their favorite "study buddy," helping them out sporadically during all-night cram sessions and finals, but not without serious effects. John Doe* is a Pepperdine student who has used Adderall without a prescription to study for exams since high school."After you take it, you … [Read more...] about Adderall — Study Savior Or Study Foe?