New Substance Abuse Treatment Resources Focus on Teens
Bethesda, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–January 23, 2014. Resources to help parents, health care providers, and substance abuse treatment specialists treat teens struggling with drug abuse, as well as identify and interact with those who might be at risk, were …
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Early mental health, substance abuse help on the way for youths
Many of the first-time offenders brought to the Juvenile Assessment Center are at a critical point. Some have mental health issues and substance abuse problems that have impacted their lives and likely contributed to the reason they ended up in trouble …
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Bill would add millions for substance abuse programs
“I think all of us have had issues with someone struggling with alcohol abuse or substance abuse,” he said. “So I wanted to see if we couldn't give more money (for substance abuse treatment and prevention programs) without dipping into another account.”
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Buffalo Treatment Center for Alcohol & Drug Addiction Announced
A Buffalo treatment center is pleased to announce that programs to help adults and adolescents end their alcohol and drug addiction are now available. Alcohol, cocaine, heroin, and Oxycontin are just a few of the substances that the treatment center …
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Question by by3beautifulx3: i don’t know what to do for my report it has to be “anything related to substance abuse treatment”?
could somebody just give me a lead i don’t know what topic i should do
one that i can make a good 5 minute presentation out of.

Best answer:

Answer by sandra dee
you should do some sort of unusual addiction like one that’s not as commonly discussed, like drugs/alcohol. maybe something like treating addiction to food, or the most interesting, sex. that last one would be nice and controversial as well 🙂 fun! push da boundaries you rebel. and it is actually a real problem for some people and not as often talked about cuz of its taboo nature!!!

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Nonmedical prescription drug users in private vs. public substance abuse …
Participants included in the analysis reported five or more recent episodes of nonmedical prescription drug use, a prior HIV negative test result, and current enrollment in a substance abuse treatment facility. A standardized questionnaire was …
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Substance abuse counselor convicted of murder in Torrance pedestrian's death
Los Angeles >> A substance abuse counselor who drove two miles through Torrance with a dying man on her windshield was convicted Tuesday of second-degree murder, drunken driving and hit-and-run charges. Sherri Lynn Wilkins showed no response as …
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Seattle Treatment Center for Alcohol & Drug Addiction Announced
Call (888) 444-9148 for an appointment. Seattle, WA (PRWEB) February 01, 2014. A Seattle treatment center is announcing that it is opening doors for adults and adolescents dealing with alcohol and drug addiction through Drug Addiction Treatment Centers.
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CDC: Alcohol counseling effective, yet underused
A recent CDC report found that alcohol screening and counseling is an effective but underused health service. About 38 million Americans drink alcohol excessively, according to a CDC press release. Excessive drinking causes about 88,000 deaths in the …
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Pastor establishes service to help those troubled by alcohol or drug abuse
Rentzel Jones hopes people of all backgrounds and walks of life, who may not feel comfortable in their home congregations talking openly about their recovery from drug and alcohol addiction, will feel welcome at the service. (Paul Kuehnel — Daily …
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Helpline in Fort Walton Beach Aids in Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery
Entrusting your sobriety to a reliable addiction recovery facility can make the process of giving up drugs and alcohol much easier and safer. Fort Walton Beach, FL (PRWEB) January 29, 2014. Teens with substance abuse and addiction problems in Fort …
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