Posts Tagged ‘substance abuse’

Medication For Alcohol Abuse in the News

Iowa has low rate of illegal drug use but still faces challenges
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“Thanks to the good work of many people, Iowa continues to make progress to prevent and reduce substance abuse and the many dangers associated with it,” Lukan said in submitting a 2014 Iowa Drug Control Strategy to Gov. Terry Branstad and the …
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With Rise Of Painkiller Abuse, A Closer Look At Heroin
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In many cases, the prescriptions are entirely legitimate, says Dr. Elinore McCance-Katz, who specializes in addiction psychiatry and is first chief medical officer at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. "Opioid medications …
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Anticonvulsant May Help Treat Cocaine Addiction
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Question by Heidi 4: Why are cigarettes taxed & alcoholics & drug abusers receiving S.S. Disability?
I know several of these people who receive S.S.I. and yet are working side jobs & getting paid under the table. More money for alcohol & drugs which we all pay for. These same people receive food stamps and turn around and sell the food stamps for more drugs & booze.

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Answer by Lkn4trouble
It completes the entitlement circle! If there is a way to screw the system…entitlement abusers are the ones who find it!

And you and I get to foot the BILL!

What do you think? Answer below!

Drug Rehab Center Wayne Opens Doors for Those Struggling with Addiction
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New drug and alcohol rehab facility is offering hope to those with serious drug and alcohol addictions. Wayne, NJ (PRWEB) October 25, 2013. Wayne, NJ is proud to have its own alcohol and drug addiction treatment center serving substance abusers from …
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Question by brittany: Neonatal icu nurse, substance abuse counselor. Schooling & advice?
Which job would you consider better. Both are very interesting to me & I would love to be able to do either.

Tell me about the school/degrees I have to maintain.

Thank you.

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Answer by Annie
Hi Brittany! Here is information about becoming a substance abuse counselor. According to this site http://www.guidetoonlineschools.com/degrees/human-services/substance-abuse:

“A certificate in alcohol and drug counseling takes the least amount of time to earn, but these programs are generally only open to individuals who are already certified counselors. These certificates simply provide more specialized training and information to those who are interested in working specifically with people who are suffering from drug and alcohol addiction. While earning these certificates, students will study proven rehabilitation techniques and explore solutions to the challenges they will face as counselors.

Alcohol Abuse Survey in the News

Drug use on rise among Fairfax teens, survey finds
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The survey found that students are drinking with less frequency, according to the survey, with 35 percent of 12th-graders reporting they had been drinking within the past 30 days, compared with 37.1 percent the year before. Students also reported …
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District drug, alcohol abuse rates down
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DEL NORTE – Joyce Housden, of Rio Grande Prevention Partners, gave a PowerPoint presentation of an ongoing survey on substance abuse during the recent Del Norte School Board meeting. Ten comparison graphs were used to illustrate the survey of the …
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Impact Of Alcohol Abuse in the News

County in final year of grant to curb binge drinking
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Maffit suggested locals may look at the consequences for alcohol use in school policies and see if the enforcement and application of the policies can be strengthened. As for the county's 54 businesses that sell alcohol, Maffit said the goal is that …
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Alcohol slows healing of bones after fractures
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A new study highlights the importance of abstinence from alcohol by patients with fractures! According to experts, binge drinking has a detrimental effect on the healing process and can significantly delay the repair of broken bones after a fracture …
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Where do you draw the line?
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Alcohol Abuse Essay in the News

Conference to provide navigator training
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This year, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has offered a grant to the Alcohol and Drug Council of North Carolina, allowing the organization to offer 50 scholarships for conference attendees to receive navigator training …
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UT Arlington fraternity suspended for three years, others for two semesters
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After an investigation, UTA also put three other fraternities on probation Friday for underage drinking and unregistered parties surrounding Bid Day activities. A fifth fraternity was put on interim suspension because of allegations of hazing and early …
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Counting my drinks
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