PTSD & Substance Abuse: Overview & Treatment
PTSD & Substance Abuse: Overview & Treatment – Robyn Walser, of the National Center for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, addresses the issue of self-medication and substance abuse in returning OEF and OIF veterans, many of whom suffer from PTSD. This program presents and overview of the problem and introduces some of the effective treatments. Series: Treating the Invisible Wounds of War: Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans, Families and Care Providers [10/2009] [Health and Medicine] [Professional Medical Education] [Show ID: 16285]
Veterans That Smoke Are At A Higher Risk Of Alcohol Abuse Relapse
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"Our results suggest that it is a high priority to offer comprehensive smoking cessation treatment for all patients, especially for those seeking treatment for alcohol and substance abuse, given the high prevalence of smoking in these individuals." …
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New drug treatment center opens in Fresno
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A ribbon cutting ceremony officially opened Fresno's newest substance abuse treatment facility. The First Street Center is seen as an alternative to incarceration for some. First Street Center Program Director Todd Blancett said, "Definitely better to …
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Green Day singer getting treatment for substance abuse
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(CNN) — Green Day's lead singer is seeking treatment for substance abuse, the rock band announced Sunday, two days after the performer's expletive-laden meltdown during a show in Las Vegas. The band said on its website that Billie Joe Armstrong, …
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