The Cost of Addiction in Maine
The Cost of Addiction in Maine
At that Summit, attended by law enforcement officials, addiction treatment professionals were not invited. This points to a sorely naïve and costly policy strategy, and history supports this conclusion. Since 2000, the costs of substance abuse in Maine …
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Teens and pot use: Parents, here's what you need to talk about
Riggs, who has recently begun a program treating students for substance abuse at Adams City High School, says ongoing research shows that pot is neurotoxic, or disruptive to the brain and other parts of the nervous system. THC, the active ingredient in …
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Progression of Alcohol and Drug Addiction – Late Stage – LastingRecovery.com
Progression of Alcohol and Drug Addiction – Late Stage – LastingRecovery.com — Judy Saalinger, Co-Founder and Executive Director of San Diego’s premier alcohol and drug addiction treatment center Lasting Recovery, discusses “Progression…
Iran's Oil-For-Cash Scheme
Bipartisan legislation was introduced in the U.S. Senate earlier this month that would authorize new economic sanctions on Iran if it breaches an interim agreement to limit its nuclear program or fails to strike a final accord. Last week, as ….. This …
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Special **on-SITE** Rehab Workshop in DC Area…
Special **ON-SITE** Rehab Workshop in DC Area… — Rehab Workshop — www.DistrictREIA.com.
Looking back: Top South Jersey stories in 2013
According to state law, child care centers that provide care for six or more children below 13 years of age who attend less than 24 hours a day are required by state law to be licensed, unless exempt by law. In a letter dated May 20, the state …
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Wondering What Resources People Use When Seeking Drug or Alcohol Treatment for Addiction and Alcoholism?
Question by Sober Nexus: Wondering what resources people use when seeking drug or alcohol treatment for addiction and alcoholism?
I have been involved with a company called sober nexus that offers free online information for those seeking a drug rehab or substance abuse treatment center. I’m wondering what resources OTHER people use when seeking drug or alcohol treatment for addiction and alcoholism?
Best answer:
Answer by Hopefully Helpful
AA and NA are two good support groups. A person’s PCP can also help get a person into a treatment program. I hope you are doing OK. Best Wishes.
Teen Mom Amber Portwood Released From Prison Early – Interview
Teen mom Amber Portwood Released from Prison early – Interview — “Teen Mom” star Amber Portwood was just released from an Indiana prison … almost a year-and-a-half after she begged a judge to put her behind bars … and …
Split sentencing generally shunned in county
A supervision tail could include a probation stint or mandatory participation in drug or mental health treatment programs, Hodgman said. “It seems counter-intuitive to the intent of AB 109 (realignment), which is to provide programs and enable certain …
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Substance Abuse Treatment Modalities Literature Review
substance abuse treatment modalities literature review — This is the psycho-educational addiction and psychological wellness recovery program offered 24/7. They have tools whether that you are the one fighting or e…
Invitation to a Dialogue: Hurdles to Mental Care
Congress responded with the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008, intended to end longstanding insurance practices that discriminated against people with mental illness and drug and alcohol addictions. Beginning in 2014, the parity law …
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