alcohol abuse

Many Docs Still Don't Understand Opioid Dependence

Many Docs Still Don't Understand Opioid Dependence

Filed under: prescription drug addiction treatment

A total of 1000 Americans between the ages of 26 and 49 years filled out the online survey between January 2 and January 7, 2013, as did… Continue reading

60 Million People in the US Negatively Affected by Someone Else's Pathology

60 Million People in the US Negatively Affected By Someone Else's Pathology

Filed under: symptoms of drug addiction

This aftermath causes treatable mental health symptoms like cognitive dissonance , intrusive thoughts, sleep disruptions, increase use of alcohol, concentration problems,… Continue reading

Gardner Combats Extraordinary Suicide Rate

Gardner combats extraordinary suicide rate

Filed under: drug abuse hotline

GARDNER — Illicit drug use, alcohol abuse and unemployment all play a role in Gardner's high suicide rate, but steps are being taken to try to deal with the problem.… Continue reading

Drugs Found in Joel Madden's Hotel Room

Drugs found in Joel Madden's hotel room

Filed under: drug addiction help websites

Law enforcement officers reportedly took the steps after a cleaner alerted them to the drugs. "Channel Nine has investigated media reports regarding Joel Madden," a spokesperson for… Continue reading

Drug May Aid in Alcohol Dependence, but Safety Concerns Linger

Drug May Aid in Alcohol Dependence, but Safety Concerns Linger

Filed under: alcohol and drug abuse

"Varenicline does appear to help reduce drinking in alcohol-dependent individuals, at least in some of them," lead investigator Raye Z. Litten, PhD, associate director… Continue reading

Winthrop Company Aims to Prevent Brain Injury, in Style

Winthrop company aims to prevent brain injury, in style

Filed under: drug rehabilitation centers

At least 1.7 million traumatic brain injuries occur annually, resulting in 52,000 deaths and 275,000 hospitalizations, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.… Continue reading