Posts Tagged ‘drug and alcohol abuse’

Stopping Alcohol Abuse in the News

Better game plan needed for addiction treatment
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Advances in neurology and genetics over the last two decades have helped convince most researchers that drug and alcohol abuse is a chronic illness. But much of the public, politicians, and even physicians still see it as a moral failing, a belief that …
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Six Commonplace Legal Abuses: Part 1. Alcohol and Nicotine
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Alcohol inebriation i.e. getting tipsy, drunk or trashed, involves the consumption of fermented juices that promote disinhibition and euphoria. A drink … Smokers do this all day, stopping only when discomfort in the form of jitters, cold sweat and …
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Report Faults Military's Strategies on Drug and Alcohol Abuse
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Despite a well-documented increase in the abuse of alcohol and prescription medications among military personnel over the past decade, the Defense Department's strategies for screening, treating and preventing remains behind the times, a major new report finds.
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At War Blog: Report Faults Military's Strategies on Drug and Alcohol Abuse
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Despite a well-documented increase in the abuse of alcohol and prescription medications among military personnel over the past decade, the Defense Department's strategies for screening, treating and preventing remains behind the times, a major new report finds.
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Symptoms of alcohol abuse, not dependence, may better reflect family risk for alcohol use disorders
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Alcohol puts kids at risk: Salvos – The West Australian
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The West Australian

Alcohol puts kids at risk: Salvos The West Australian "The carnage of broken relationships from alcohol abuse is significant and while it is a very difficult path back from addiction, we can as a community take a strong stand and avoid the debilitating impact of abuse by displaying responsible behaviours … Alcohol caused disruptions in 3 million familes, Salvation Army survey findsHerald Sun Alcohol use affecting children's safety, survey findsThe Canberra Times Alcohol hurt hits millionsNEWS.com.au The Australian all 22 news articles »

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Father gave up drinking for his child, but there are millions of others who don’t – Sydney Morning Herald
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Alcoholism And Drug Abuse in the News

De La Hoya, Chavez Admits Alcohol, Drug Abuse in Twilight of Their Careers
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Chavez, who captured six world titles in three weight division, also confessed of rampant drug and alcohol abuse during his boxing career. “The truth … during my training, it increased more and more,” Chavez said. “For example, at times, I would leave …
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Grant targets youth drug prevention
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A Watauga County group working to prevent underage alcohol consumption and drug abuse is about to amplify its efforts thanks to a $ 625,000 federal grant. The grant, provided through the Drug-Free Communities Support Program, will provide the funding …
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Alcohol Abuse With Teenagers in the News

More than 20 under-18s seeking treatment for alcohol abuse in Haringey
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Seven 14 and 15-year-olds and 18 teenagers aged 16 and 17 sought help for problems primarily with alcohol, according to figures released in a parliamentary written answer last week. But unlike every neighbouring borough, Haringey isn't treating any 12 …
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Teen alcohol abuse needs addressing
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Pat Buckley wants to include parents in teenagers' education about the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse, and the importance of making good choices. Pat who founded Amped4life in 2002, says parents are missing out because we live in such a 'pc world'.
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Forums aim to help parents raise drug-free teens
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Chavez, De La Hoya admit drug, alcohol abuse
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Former world boxing champions Oscar De La Hoya and Julio Cesar Chavez admitted alcohol and drug abuse during the latter part of their careers while in training for prize fights.
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Sporting clubs tackle excess drinking
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Health experts are warning sporting clubs in Western Australia have a bad culture of alcohol abuse.
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Acton-Boxborough school officials eye student drug, alcohol use
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Concerns about student drug and alcohol abuse – including the recent concert death of a high school graduate – have prompted the possibility of more school-sponsored Saturday night activities, junior year health classes, specialized training for teachers, video monitoring on buses, community forums and more.
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Alcohol Abuse – Episode Song – Ae Zindagi