Addiction Intervention Techniques

Published September 22, 2013

Addiction Intervention Techniques – Approaching an addiction problem with older adults is a delicate process. Denial is part of the illness and forms an obstacle to communication. Overcoming th…

Say no 'Thanks' to sex-addict film

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Boasting an accomplished ensemble cast headed by Mark Ruffalo, the film charts the addiction-related and romantic trials and tribulations of Ruffalo's Adam, a New York City environmental consultant with posh downtown digs; his paternal sponsor Mike …
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World Alzheimer's Day 2013: Early medical help can slow effects of disease

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Doctors said that very few people realise that they have the condition and the best way to slow the process and prevent it from progressing is early medical intervention. Sunil Mittal, director, Cosmos Institute of Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences …
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Ambrose and Health Canada at odds over heroin

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A decision by Health Canada to approve a medical application to give heroin users the highly addictive drug under a special access program violates the federal government's drug policies and will “not happen again,” says Health Minister Rona Ambrose …
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