Teenager's Addiction to Selfies Drove Him to Attempt Suicide
Teenager's Addiction to Selfies Drove Him to Attempt Suicide
Since his suicide attempt, Danny has been getting treated with intensive hospital therapy for his technology addiction, OCD and Body Dysmorphic Disorder. And it looks like he's not the only addict out there. A psychiatrist at the clinic where he is… Continue reading
UN AIDS Envoy Worried for Crimean Drug Users
UN AIDS envoy worried for Crimean drug users
Michel Kazatchkine said he was worried that heroin replacement programs called opioid substitution therapy (OST) would end for these individuals, stripping them of a major benefit in the fight against HIV. “I am obviously concerned for the risk that an …
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The NHS Endorses AA – After 80 Years
All this might sound innocuous to an outsider, but considering that the NHS has effectively ignored the 12-step approach it's big news within our sector. The first AA group took place in 1935, in the USA, and by the… Continue reading
Region Sees Rise in Heroin Use
Region sees rise in heroin use
“One of the most important things to remember is that heroin addiction does not care about socio-economic status, race or gender; it is an equal opportunity addiction,” she said. “Seeking treatment is critical, and the earlier the better.” Some …
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Analysis: Risk Assessment Bill Decorated With Ornaments
Analysis: Risk assessment bill decorated with ornaments
The legislation could give them unprecedented access to treatment at a time when they are most amenable — before or right after they are charged with a crime. For doctors, it would mean new rules for treating opiate … The bill is also… Continue reading
Gouverneur Mother Wants Village to Pay Son's Medical Bills
Gouverneur mother wants village to pay son's medical bills
He pleaded not guilty to fourth-degree criminal sale of a controlled substance and fifth-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. The indictment alleged that on June 5, Mr. Blair sold buprenorphine, which is used in opioid addiction treatment.
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What Are the Side Effects of Alcohol
What are the side effects of alcohol –
ADHD does not exist
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Potentially addictive drugs are not to be given out like Skittles. “I know of … Two minutes to jot down a prescription may lead to years of consequences: short-term side effects… Continue reading
Is Marijuana Proven to Be Addictive?
Question by fangfist: Is marijuana proven to be addictive?
I thought it was only psychological but this government website says otherwise, if you have any websites to recommend to look at for addictive potential list them. Does this only apply to long-term users? Here is the link and what… Continue reading
Avoiding the Vortex of Evil: Tips for Happy and Successful Treatment Planning
Avoiding the Vortex of Evil: Tips for Happy and Successful Treatment Planning – Treatment planning can often be a hassle for busy clinicians. Yet if treatment is to be effective patients need to know where they are headed and how they ar…
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HEALTHline: Addiction & GAADS – Part 2
HEALTHline: Addiction & GAADS – Part 2 – HEALTHline welcomes back guest, Scott Robertson, the director at GAADS (Glendale Adventist Alcohol and Drug Services) to discuss the signs and symptoms of ad…
Care and compassion needed for addicted mothers-to-be
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