Some people would argue that a war on drugs does not do any good, and that by prosecuting people who sell and use drugs, you only drive operations further underground. The government has stepped up its manpower and efforts to physically control the prescription drug problem, with the hopes that this old approach to a [...]
This weekend, my in-laws came into town for a visit. They live about 10 hours away by car so we (thankfully) only see them a couple times a year. I find my mother-in-law difficult to be around. ...
one year ago today I woke up, face down on a park bench, with the worst hangover I'd had in a long time. The previous night I'd gotten hammered (as usual), had a massive argument with my girlfriend...Hello I am new to all of this and need advice on where to start. I developed problems with my kidneys 6 months ago and was prescribed some pretty strong pain medication.I have been taking them for...Hello all. First let me say what a helpful and supportive forum this is. I've been worried about the amount of alcohol I've been drinking over the last few months. I've always been a binge...
Hello, My husband is an alcholic. We have been battling this disease for pretty much our whole relationship. It has been hell. I believed all the promises because I truely felt he was...
I'm sorry for the long post, but I feel I might not be OK right now, and I'm not sure what to do. So I have been in college for around four years now. I did very well in college GPA wise when I...
According to new research by the Independent Schools Health Education Unit, 4% of 12 to 13 year olds claimed they drank over 28 units every week. The results were taken from 83,724 young people across 1,100 UK primary and secondary schools. Each pupil was asked more than 100 health-related questions about their school, home and read more »
You are reading from the book Today's Gift The only sense that is common in the long run is the sense of change - and we all instinctively avoid it. E. B. White Nature reveals to us a world...Happy Halloween to everyone on SR forum x
I'm beginning to kind of understand the AA "Higher Power" idea but am struggling. Most AA groups are very Christian and I am a "recovering Catholic." I do not hate the Faith. I consider myself more a...
PRESCRIPTION DRUGS – USA Arrests mark U.S. prescription drug abuse crackdown – Reuters U.S. authorities arrested 22 people in Florida on Friday, including pharmacists and doctors, in a crackdown against prescription drug abuse that officials say is the nation’s fastest growing drug problem. PRESCRIPTION DRUGS – USA Tennessee drug task force waging lonely war on [...]
Nicotine is a natural product found in tobacco. But do tobacco companies add nicotine to cigarettes? How much nictotine is added to cigarettes? More here.
We review the difference between normal hydrocodone withdrawal symptoms and side effects of hydrocodone detox here.
The debate over the legalization of marijuana has been going on for decades. While some people contend that the drug does not produce ill-effects and should be legalized, others firmly believe that the marijuana of today is much more potent than the marijuana of decades past. Higher Levels of THC A 2008 study shocked Americans when [...]
See our shoutouts: Bloggers | Tweeters | Facebook Posts Today, October 28, marks the second annual CyberShoutout! This is a day for teens to come together with teachers, parents, community organizations, and scientists to shatter myths about drug abuse and addiction and spread the facts by blogging, tweeting, or posting on Facebook. People all over [...]Yes. You can get to Black and Milds. Actually, the nicotine naturally found in tobacco is addictive. Learn more about how nicotine effects can lead to addiction here.
Multiple drug charges can add up to exponential amounts of trouble, and even in districts where there are drug courts to help offenders with an obvious drug and alcohol addiction problem, getting in trouble with the law on several occasions can make it harder to get a sentence that is more treatment than punishment.
One man [...]
According to a YouGov survey conducted on behalf of Macmillan Cancer, a large percentage of cancer patients are troubled by their current financial status, with some even sacrificing meals in a bid to save money. Cancer is a very expensive disease to treat, not only for the NHS but also for the patients themselves. As read more »Yes, you can get addicted to Benadryl. But it's rare. When do you develop tolerance to the sedative effects of diphenhydramine? When does Benadryl addiction occur? And are you at risk? We review here.
Sometimes people feel like they’ve done all they can to help a loved one get sober. There comes a time when family and friends need to step back and let the person with an addiction stumble on, in the hopes that they come to realize that they are going nowhere as they are. Call it [...]
Native Americans may get drunk faster because of genetic predisposition to low alcohol tolerance. But cultural and environmental aspects of drinking can also affect drinking. Discuss Native American alcohol tolerance here.
Is K2 synthetic weed dangerous? Yes. We review K2 as a gateway drug, its short history and the problems of prohibition here. Your comments and feedback are welcomed.
Many U.S. Government agencies have Web sites to share information and resources with the public. Some help you find services you need—for instance, the Motor Vehicle Administration in your state helps you understand how to get your driver’s license. The CDC site helps your parents know what vaccines to get before they travel internationally. Some [...]
Drug Addiction Alcohol Addiction Cocaine Addiction Crack Drug Addiction Oxycontin Addiction Crystal Meth Addiction Heroin Addiction Substance Abuse Alcoholism Prevention Crime And Addiction Drinking and Driving Drug and Alcohol Fact Sheets Drug Addiction Stories Drug Rehabilitation Stories Drug Treatment Alcohol Addiction Treatment Intervention Message to Teenagers Drug Rehabilitation Overcoming Addiction Narconon Events Recovery Month Drug Prevention News Success Stories from Narconon Trois-Rivieres RSS Posts Comments Drug Rehab Blog Narconon Drug Rehab Blog News Center Narconon Addiction Treatment OxyContin Addiction Treatment OxyContin Side Effects Heroin Addiction Rehab Written on October 25, 2011 at 9:49 AM by JF 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Trying to Get an Addict to Rehab Filed under
Patti Alder, professor of sociology at the University of Colorado and co-author of ‘The Tender Cut’, has spent the last 10 years studying self-harm alongside her husband Peter. According to the professors, the idea of self-harm was ‘unfathomable’ prior to 1982. It wasn’t until a student of Peter’s admitted to his own self-harming habit, that read more »
We may think our perception of alcoholism is pretty advanced today, but it has taken many years to get to this point. Dr. Morris Chafetz, who was instrumental in that change of public opinion, passed away last week. Dr. Morris Chafetz’ Early Career Back in 1970, when Dr. Chafetz was appointed as the very first [...]
Old Hollywood was rife with secrets: homosexuality, affairs, budgeting “shortfalls,” drug addiction. Big movie producers owned their stars and wanted no stories to hit the headlines that would threaten their take at the box office. In fact, there are tons of stories of movie moguls going to great lengths to protect the reputations of their [...]
Drug Addiction Alcohol Addiction Cocaine Addiction Crack Drug Addiction Oxycontin Addiction Crystal Meth Addiction Heroin Addiction Substance Abuse Alcoholism Prevention Crime And Addiction Drinking and Driving Drug and Alcohol Fact Sheets Drug Addiction Stories Drug Rehabilitation Stories Drug Treatment Alcohol Addiction Treatment Intervention Message to Teenagers Drug Rehabilitation Overcoming Addiction Narconon Events Recovery Month Drug Prevention News Success Stories from Narconon Trois-Rivieres RSS Posts Comments Drug Rehab Blog Narconon Drug Rehab Blog News Center Narconon Addiction Treatment OxyContin Addiction Treatment OxyContin Side Effects Heroin Addiction Rehab Written on October 24, 2011 at 10:53 AM by Frank Julien The Scary Facts about Drug Addiction This Is No HalloweenYes. You can get high on fluoxetine, the active ingredient in Prozac, although euphoria is infrequent. Prozac high and more Prozac drug info here.
DRUG ADDICTION – USA Mother recounts son’s synthetic drug addiction – The Daily News Journal Wyant’s son, 20-year-old Dylan Evans, is currently recovering in a drug rehab facility from a year-long addiction to Molly’s Plant Food that ended with Evans overdosing on prescription medication. DRUG REHAB – THAILAND Drug rehab programme attracts 500 applicants on [...]
Yes. Eating weed can get you high. But it usually takes longer and is less intense than inhaling marijuana smoke. More on bioavailability of marijuana smoked vs. eaten here. Plus, what to do if you want to quit weed totally.
Hydrocodone withdrawal duration: How long does hydrocodone withdrawal last? We offer a hydrocodone withdrawal timeline here from start to finish.
Today’s questions deal with the uncertainty a parent faces when they suspect their child is abusing drugs or alcohol. (Part 1) (Part 2) Should I give my teen a drug test once a month or trust their word that they are clean? Neither. Parents should never rely on a drug test or their child’s word [...]What are the symptoms of hydrocodone withdrawal? Hydrocodone withdrawal starts with runny nose, watery eyes and sweating. Then progresses to uncomfortable symptoms of nausea, restlessness and even insomnia. A full list of symptoms and why they occur here.
Many mothers affected by postnatal depression (PND) are left feeling unsupported by health services and turn to online sources to provide them with much needed support. A postnatal depression scale questionnaire carried out by 4Children in Edinburgh has revealed that up to 35,000 women each year battle postnatal depression without receiving a diagnosis or any read more »
Melanie Griffith has struggled with alcohol and drug addiction for years and years, famously going to rehab on multiple occasions. Unfortunately, despite repeated attempts at treatment, Griffith says that her ultimate triumph over painkiller addiction that developed after an accident on a ski trip in 2007 was due in part to a confrontation with her [...]
Change begins with just one small step. At NIDA, we are working to shatter the myths that some people believe about drug abuse and addiction. And we’re spreading the facts to help people make informed, healthy decisions. Did you know?: Drugs mess with your brain’s wiring and signals. Marijuana can be addictive. Most people who [...]
Though only a small percentage of breast cancer sufferers are male, according to research they are feeling increasingly isolated by the NHS, who gear breast cancer treatment heavily towards women. According to Kate Hunt who works for the public health sciences unit for the Medical Research Council in Glasgow, male breast cancer sufferers are finding read more »Today we will answer three more questions parents have about raising drug-free kids, this time focusing on parenting styles and protecting our kids. (Part 1) (Part 3) Should I watch my children closely or let them experience life and learn from their mistakes? Many parents struggle with this question because we’ve all seen the negative consequences [...]
Drug Addiction Alcohol Addiction Cocaine Addiction Crack Drug Addiction Oxycontin Addiction Crystal Meth Addiction Heroin Addiction Substance Abuse Alcoholism Prevention Crime And Addiction Drinking and Driving Drug and Alcohol Fact Sheets Drug Addiction Stories Drug Rehabilitation Stories Drug Treatment Alcohol Addiction Treatment Intervention Message to Teenagers Drug Rehabilitation Overcoming Addiction Narconon Events Recovery Month Drug Prevention News Success Stories from Narconon Trois-Rivieres RSS Posts Comments Drug Rehab Blog Narconon Drug Rehab Blog News Center Narconon Addiction Treatment OxyContin Addiction Treatment OxyContin Side Effects Heroin Addiction Rehab Written on October 19, 2011 at 10:24 PM by Jane Waterberry 13 Justifications that Drug Addicts will Throw At You toEvery parent knows that their job is difficult and that everyone around them is more than ready to share their own opinion about how to parent. It can be difficult to make decisions about certain situations, especially serious ones like helping keep your teen off drugs and away from alcohol. This week we will give [...]
Drug Addiction Alcohol Addiction Cocaine Addiction Crack Drug Addiction Oxycontin Addiction Crystal Meth Addiction Heroin Addiction Substance Abuse Alcoholism Prevention Crime And Addiction Drinking and Driving Drug and Alcohol Fact Sheets Drug Addiction Stories Drug Rehabilitation Stories Drug Treatment Alcohol Addiction Treatment Intervention Message to Teenagers Drug Rehabilitation Overcoming Addiction Narconon Events Recovery Month Drug Prevention News Success Stories from Narconon Trois-Rivieres RSS Posts Comments Drug Rehab Blog Narconon Drug Rehab Blog News Center Narconon Addiction Treatment OxyContin Addiction Treatment OxyContin Side Effects Heroin Addiction Rehab Written on October 18, 2011 at 6:26 PM by Frank Julien 3 Big Mistakes Parents Do When Talking Drugs to their Kids
You’ve probably seen television commercials advertising prescription drugs for any number of things—from fibromyalgia (fi-bro-my-al-ja) to depression. Usually these ads end with an announcer running through a long list of dangerous side effects and warnings so fast that viewers can’t possibly get all of them, even when they include death. Did you know that the [...]
, Drug Addiction Alcohol Addiction Cocaine Addiction Crack Drug Addiction Oxycontin Addiction Crystal Meth Addiction Heroin Addiction Substance Abuse Alcoholism Prevention Crime And Addiction Drinking and Driving Drug and Alcohol Fact Sheets Drug Addiction Stories Drug Rehabilitation Stories Drug Treatment Alcohol Addiction Treatment Intervention Message to Teenagers Drug Rehabilitation Overcoming Addiction Narconon Events Recovery Month Drug Prevention News Success Stories from Narconon Trois-Rivieres RSS Posts Comments Drug Rehab Blog Narconon Drug Rehab Blog News Center Narconon Addiction Treatment OxyContin Addiction Treatment OxyContin Side Effects Heroin Addiction Rehab Written on October 18, 2011 at 1:03 PM by Jane Waterberry If Drugs Make Me Feel So Good , Why Should I Do a DetoxA 2 year ongoing enquiry into UK gangs has revealed that at least 10,000 children are currently being sexually exploited by gangs. It is feared that these numbers could in fact be much higher. Officials are being urged to act now in order to stop the abuse. The report is due to be published and read more »
Lil Wayne has come forward this week with a video confession about abusing the substance Sizzurp. This rapper, like so many other young people, was influenced by the entertainment industry to first use the substance because it was cool. This concoction, although it is made out to be harmless, can actually be deadly if abused. [...]
Until recently, it was commonly believed that addiction was an issue of willpower: those who were morally strong could stop drinking and abusing drugs and those who weren’t were shunned. Over the years, however, more and more research has demonstrated the changes that occur in the brain and how addiction has the characteristics of a [...]
The healing environment at every drug rehab center is profoundly influenced by the caregivers that center employs. Unsurprisingly, the best drug rehab facilities are invariably those staffed by the most competent and compassionate experts. In the end, there’s simply no substitute for superior personal support during the drug rehabilitation process. There are many drug rehab [...]
In true self-help book spirit, new findings show that modern women are leaving comfortable marriages in order to pursue their ever elusive ‘true selves’. Orphanages, jungles and spiritual retreats across the world are rife with 40-something divorcees hoping to find the purpose of their existence in tomorrow morning’s yoga class or barn-raising. Feminists might call read more »MARIJUANA – USA Pot smoking may more than double crash risk – USA Today Drivers who get behind the wheel after using marijuana run more than twice the risk of crashing compared to others, a new study finds. DRUG REHAB – USA 30 Days in a Drug Rehab: A Shortchange, Not a Shortcut – San [...]
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Teens have so many choices to make: what classes and afterschool activities to sign up for, which music or videos to download, where to go to hang out with friends. And that’s not all of them! Making smart decisions can be complicated, but there’s one choice you can make that might help other teens as [...]Alcohol rehabs aren’t all alike. On the contrary, the healing environment at every alcohol rehab facility is profoundly influenced by that facility’s geographical location. Unsurprisingly, the most successful alcohol rehab programs are invariably those administered in the most serene and secluded alcohol rehabs. And if you’re looking for serenity and seclusion, there’s no better place [...]
The weather has been ‘bipolar’ this week, a neat and tidy friend has Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and someone who tried to chat you up in a bar was as awkward as someone with Asperger’s. Using mental health terms as if they are clichés has become commonplace in the past few years, we hear them read more »
It’s becoming more and more common in the UK and in some parts of the United States: where drug courts provide drug addiction treatment for those who committed nonviolent crimes while under the influence of drugs or in pursuit of money to buy more drugs, many who stand before a judge as a result are [...]
Residents in some parts of the country have been surprised to see marijuana-shaped candy showing up in some convenience stores. While makers of this candy say very few people have a problem with it, at least one municipality is taking steps to get it out of their stores. “Ring Pots” The candy is called “Pothead [...]
, Drug Addiction Alcohol Addiction Cocaine Addiction Crack Drug Addiction Oxycontin Addiction Crystal Meth Addiction Heroin Addiction Substance Abuse Alcoholism Prevention Crime And Addiction Drinking and Driving Drug and Alcohol Fact Sheets Drug Addiction Stories Drug Rehabilitation Stories Drug Treatment Alcohol Addiction Treatment Intervention Message to Teenagers Drug Rehabilitation Overcoming Addiction Narconon Events Recovery Month Drug Prevention News Success Stories from Narconon Trois-Rivieres RSS Posts Comments Drug Rehab Blog Narconon Drug Rehab Blog News Center Narconon Addiction Treatment OxyContin Addiction Treatment OxyContin Side Effects Heroin Addiction Rehab Written on October 12, 2011 at 6:34 PM by Frank Julien Prescription Drugs and the Need for Rehab in Norfolk County
You probably know that smoking is NOT cool—and that it’s really dangerous, too. Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States, and kills nearly a half a million people each year. The chemicals found in cigarette smoke have been linked to serious long-term side effects, including cancer, emphysema, heart disease, [...]
Drug Addiction Alcohol Addiction Cocaine Addiction Crack Drug Addiction Oxycontin Addiction Crystal Meth Addiction Heroin Addiction Substance Abuse Alcoholism Prevention Crime And Addiction Drinking and Driving Drug and Alcohol Fact Sheets Drug Addiction Stories Drug Rehabilitation Stories Drug Treatment Alcohol Addiction Treatment Intervention Message to Teenagers Drug Rehabilitation Overcoming Addiction Narconon Events Recovery Month Drug Prevention News Success Stories from Narconon Trois-Rivieres RSS Posts Comments Drug Rehab Blog Narconon Drug Rehab Blog News Center Narconon Addiction Treatment OxyContin Addiction Treatment OxyContin Side Effects Heroin Addiction Rehab Written on October 11, 2011 at 4:08 PM by Vero Narconon Reveals the Scariest Halloween Facts Filed under Drinking and
The earlier you are able to shrink your hemorrhoids, the faster they (and symptoms) will appear reduced. Symptoms associated frequently with hemorrhoids are itching, burning, pain, and bleeding. Internal hemorrhoids aren’t associated just as much with pain as external hemorrhoids are however they can still damage, too. External hemorrhoids can be uncomfortable and annoying, at [...]
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Residents in the state of Kentucky are tired of being a part of the pill pipeline that leads out of Florida. Legislators in the state are currently taking some big steps toward ending their prescription drug problem. Kentucky will now use its prescription drug database system to investigate suspicious prescribing activity. Many people have felt [...]ALCOHOL/DRUG ADDICTION – USA Alcoholism, Drug Addiction Among Seniors Expected To Triple By 2020 – Huffington Post The aging boomer population — which is now facing financial strain, job loss, declining health, and grieving the death of a parent — has some addiction experts concerned. PRESCRIPTION DRUGS – USA Misuse of legal drugs increasing – [...]
Family Issues Alcohol Abuse Other Drugs Paginas en Español About This Site Drug Addiction Treatment Issues More Addiction Information Subscribe To This Site Alcohol Outpatient Treatment Alcohol Outpatient Treatment Questions Am I addicted The boarder line between drug abuse and drug addiction can be rather slight , like crossing the border between one U.S . state and another . The individuals physical and psychological makeup will determine exactly where that border is . We will start with a medical explanation of . addiction According to the Mayo Clinic , Drug dependence is characterized by impaired control over the drug , preoccupation with use , continued use despite negative consequence , and sometimes evidence of physical dependence on the drug . Various factors , such as your
Family Issues Alcohol Abuse Other Drugs Paginas en Español About This Site Drug Addiction Treatment Issues More Addiction Information Subscribe To This Site Substance Addiction Substance Addiction Am I abusing drugs , do I have a substance addiction The answer to this is if you are using any illegal drugs , you are abusing that substance . If you are using legal drugs for anything but the prescribed reason , you are abusing drugs . If you are using drugs , for the right reason , but you are taking too much drug too often , you are abusing that . substance You can abuse alcohol drugs without being dependent on them but if you find you HAVE to use the it then you may have substance addiction . Perhaps its just trying something with friends at a party , or maybe a person hurts and they want
Everyone has stress in their lives, whether it’s from school, family, friends, or work. Everyone deals with stress differently. Some deal with it in healthy ways, while others turn to drugs, choosing not to confront their issues head on. Drugs lead to stress as your body starts to feel the harmful effects. So, how can [...]
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, Drug Addiction Alcohol Addiction Cocaine Addiction Crack Drug Addiction Oxycontin Addiction Crystal Meth Addiction Heroin Addiction Substance Abuse Alcoholism Prevention Crime And Addiction Drinking and Driving Drug and Alcohol Fact Sheets Drug Addiction Stories Drug Rehabilitation Stories Drug Treatment Alcohol Addiction Treatment Intervention Message to Teenagers Drug Rehabilitation Overcoming Addiction Narconon Events Recovery Month Drug Prevention News Success Stories from Narconon Trois-Rivieres RSS Posts Comments Drug Rehab Blog Narconon Drug Rehab Blog News Center Narconon Addiction Treatment OxyContin Addiction Treatment OxyContin Side Effects Heroin Addiction Rehab Written on October 6, 2011 at 7:45 AM by Frank Julien Fall Is the Perfect Season to Start on the Road to Recovery
Poet and playwright T.S. Eliot said, “A play should give you something to think about.” That’s exactly what happens with a new NIDA project—called the Addiction Performance Project. It illustrates the emotional toll drug addiction takes on people and their families and gets the audience to talk about it. At a recent performance, award-winning professional [...]