alcohol and drug abuse

Where Can I Find a List of Reports, Surveys or Statistics About Alcohol and Drug Addiction?

Question by adrian: Where can I find a list of reports, surveys or statistics about alcohol and drug addiction?
I’m looking for more sources about alcohol and drug addiction because I’m finishing my homework. I really love the topic… Continue reading →

Job as Rehab Counselor / Qualifying as a Substance Abuse Professional?

Question by B!: Job as Rehab Counselor / Qualifying as a Substance Abuse Professional?
I’m a psychology major at school, going into my last leg of undergrad schooling. I’ve known for a long time that I want to work… Continue reading →

Tanner Supports Lowering Chargeable BAC to .05

Tanner supports lowering chargeable BAC to .05

Filed under: drug addiction statistics

Prescription abuses and other forms of drug addiction have all but eclipsed the liquid form of getting a buzz on, but Tanner makes little distinction. “Alcohol is just… Continue reading →

2 Local Deaths Linked to Drug, Alcohol Use

2 local deaths linked to drug, alcohol use

Filed under: alcohol and drug abuse

The use of alcohol and drugs played a contributing role in causing the recent deaths of two young people. The death of 21-year-old Regina L.… 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 →

Rural Providers Conference Starts Today in Fairbanks

Rural Providers Conference starts today in Fairbanks

Filed under: drug abuse treatment programs

The conference “embraces and unites traditional Alaska Native knowledge and modern treatment and prevention methods to find solutions for alcohol and drug abuse,” according to a summary… Continue reading →