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What Are Signs of Meth Addiction?

Meth, or methamphetamine, is a potent and highly addictive central nervous system stimulant that is made in clandestine laboratories. It can be snorted, orally

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

Five-Year Study for Relapse Prevention

Relapse prevention is one of the most important elements of addiction recovery. Working a solid program by staying connected with your su...

5 Warning Signs That You Have An Alcohol Problem

Am I an alcoholic? If you've ever asked yourself that question, you're definitely not alone. People who enjoy one light beer each night wonder about it, as do those who rarely drink but overdo it at weddings or boozy book club meetings from time to time. And someone in any of those groups might turn out to be an alcoholic—or not.

Is Naltrexone An Ineffective Treatment for Alcoholism?

Alternative Alcoholism Treatment? Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Alternative alcoholism treatment, cognitive behavioral therapy is already a component of many programs but is it effective on its own?

New Alcoholism Treatment To Eliminate Dependency, Could Be Cure?

A new compound can completely eliminate alcohol dependency in mice.

Alcoholism Facts: Includes signs of alcohol problem and alcohol abuse treatments.

Learn about alcoholism, how to know if you are an alcoholic and what treatments are available for alcohol abuse.

Finding Help for Polydrug Abuse

Understanding Polydrug Use<br>Although we may think of addiction in terms of a single drug or substance like opioids, cocaine, or alcohol, many addicts have what is known as polysubstance dependence. Polydrug use refers to the use of multiple drugs at a time. Especially common among younger populations, taking more than one drug at a

Does Quality Substance Abuse Treatment Exist?

Do you or a loved one suffer from addiction? Approximately 10% of the population deals with addiction issues. Seek help at a comprehensive, quality facility

Substance abuse treatment often impossible to find

Many people with mental illness also suffer from addiction.

Affordable treatment for mental illness and substance abuse gets harder to find

Patients are more likely to resort to out-of-network providers. Insurance firms also reimburse behavioral health providers at lower rates.

Hopes for addiction treatment as new study finds alcoholism really IS in the genes

SCREENING for alcoholism and new potential drug treatments could soon be introduced after it was found a particular set of genes makes some people more vulnerable to booze-addiction than others, according to a new study.

Teen drug abuse: 14 mistakes parents make

Mom and dad can do a lot to help their kids steer clear of drugs and alcohol

Can substance abuse treatment cause me to lose my license?

Many physicians and medical professionals in Pennsylvania resist treatment for addiction out of fear of losing their license. Over time, addiction is becoming less stigmatized, but unfortunately, it

Will new payment model for treating opioid abuse help meet demand for treatment?

The American Medical Association and the American Society of Addiction Medicine have developed a new way to reimburse physicians who treat patients for opioid use disorder.

Stimulants addiction treatment: Who seeks help for stimulant drug abuse? (INFOGRAPHIC)

Who seeks stimulants addiction help and who is admitted to rehab? In this infographic, you can explore the National trends for stimulant addiction treatment

Inhalant Abuse Facts and Treatment

Inhalant abuse leads to intense short-term effects, including the following