New Drug Czar a Chance to Do Things Right
New Drug Czar a Chance to Do Things Right
Still, he deserves credit for changing the national rhetoric, urging people to no longer use the term "war" on drugs and calling for a more health-oriented approach to drug use. The next drug czar should further change the dialogue. He or… Continue reading
Editorial: NJ Drug Addiction Study Underscores Deadly Problem Facing State
Editorial: NJ drug addiction study underscores deadly problem facing state
The report offers an array of recommendations to help stave off the grim statistics that in 2012 showed more than 8,300 admissions to state-licensed or substance abuse treatment programs for prescription drug abuse – a 700 percent increase since 2002.… Continue reading
Can 'Love Hormone' Protect Against Addiction?
Can 'Love Hormone' Protect Against Addiction?
Researchers at the University of Adelaide say addictive behavior such as drug and alcohol abuse could be associated with poor development of the so-called "love hormone" system in our bodies during early childhood. The idea resulted from a review of …
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How Do I Become an Addiction Counselor?
Question by Big man: how do I become an addiction counselor?
I am interested in becoming an addiction counselor in Ontario Canada. I have no experience, besides having drug problems (attented 3 week rehab program 2 years ago). What is the best path to start – Volunteering, training, etc
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America Has a Black-Market Problem, Not a Drug Problem
America Has a Black-Market Problem, Not a Drug Problem
Generally, law enforcement officials use the helicopters to quickly go after traffickers operating small boats, forcing them to stop and surrender. Currently, Kelly said he has one U.S. Navy ship and two Coast Guard vessels that can be used for the… Continue reading
Program Helping Drug-Addicted Moms Deliver Healthy Babies
Program helping drug-addicted moms deliver healthy babies
CHILLICOTHE — In its first year, Adena Health System's Subutex/Soboxone program for drug-dependent pregnant women is experiencing positive results. In the nearly 13 months the program has been active, none of the babies born to drug-addicted …
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