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Ford’s Troubles Fuel Stigma While Raising Addiction Awareness, Experts Say

Ford’s troubles fuel stigma while raising addiction awareness, experts say
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Mayor Rob Ford’s admitted alcohol and drug use have shone a glaring spotlight on addiction and substance abuse. But have Ford’s troubles raised the kind of awareness that is beneficial or harmful to the public’s understanding of the disease and those struggling with their own booze and drug-abuse demons?
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Mayor Rob Ford’s Admitted Alcohol and Drug Use Shines Spotlight on Substance … – the Globe and Mail

Mayor Rob Ford’s admitted alcohol and drug use shines spotlight on substance … – The Globe and Mail
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Mayor Rob Ford's admitted alcohol and drug use shines spotlight on substance
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Toronto Mayor Rob Ford's admitted alcohol and drug use have shone a glaring spotlight on addiction and substance abuse. But have Ford's troubles raised the kind of awareness that is beneficial or harmful to the public's understanding of the disease and 
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Study finds link between alcohol consumption and reduced condom use among … – News-Medical.net
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Alcohol Abuse Facts: More Pressing News Than Ford Drama

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More pressing news than Ford drama
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“Like a pair of drunks egging each other on, Ford and his die-hard supporters are enabling each other's bad behaviour that goes far beyond mere substance abuse.” It doesn't help … He, in fact, said this to Naomi Hirosi, head of TEPCO, face to face …
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YouTube Video Available for Oxitamin, A Cleansing Formula
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According to WebMD.com, there are various sources of toxins at present such as 'alcohol, caffeine, pesticides and chemicals, artificial sweeteners, sugar and impure water.' The health-based website further states that, 'detox diets are designed to help …
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The Thomas Kelly case: why a 'one-punch law' is not the answer
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What Are Some Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder?

Question by andy p: What are some symptoms of bipolar disorder?

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Bipolar disorder causes dramatic mood swings—from overly “high” and/or irritable to sad and hopeless, and then back again, often with periods of normal mood in between. Severe changes in energy and behavior go along with these changes in mood. The periods of highs and lows are called episodes of mania and depression.

Signs and symptoms of mania (or a manic episode) include:
Increased energy, activity, and restlessness
Excessively “high,” overly good, euphoric mood
Extreme irritability
Racing thoughts and talking very fast, jumping from one idea to another
Distractibility, can’t concentrate well
Little sleep needed
Unrealistic beliefs in one’s abilities and powers
Poor judgment
Spending sprees
A lasting period of behavior that is different from usual
Increased sexual drive
Abuse of drugs, particularly cocaine, alcohol, and sleeping medications
Provocative, intrusive, or aggressive behavior
Denial that anything is wrong
A manic episode is diagnosed if elevated mood occurs with three or more of the other symptoms most of the day, nearly every day, for 1 week or longer. If the mood is irritable, four additional symptoms must be present.

Treating Alcohol Abuse: Brian Johnson, MD-Upstate Medical University “Find a Doctor”

Brian Johnson, MD-Upstate Medical University “Find a Doctor”


Dr Johnson is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. He specializes in treating alcohol abuse and prescription drug addiction. He prov…

 

Home News Taking a STEP in the right direction; City…
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News -A citywide project aimed at treating youth substance abuse was given a vote of confidence and a cash award on Nov. 7. The many partners and supporters that make up project S.T.E.P. were on hand to accept the 2013 Eva's Award for Ending Youth …
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Unique School to Offer Sanctuary, Help to Youths Fighting Drug Addition

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Unique school to offer sanctuary, help to youths fighting drug addition
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Beginning in September, Union County will offer students recovering from alcohol and drug addiction a sanctuary, as well as a place to learn. "Public education is a constitutional right, and children with substance abuse problems are being denied that …
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INDIA AND THE POOR
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Presented by popular Bollywood actor Amir Khan, the 14-episode program dealt with some of the most unpalatable issues in India like female foeticide, child sexual abuse, dowry, honor killings, alcoholism, and untouchability. The praise showered on the …
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Macon Ga. Preacher Fatally Shoots Self Between Sunday Services
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