substance abuse

Iranian Jews Honor Local Jewish Nonprofits, HIAS

Iranian Jews honor local Jewish nonprofits, HIAS

Filed under: drug abuse helpline

At the same time, the larger Iranian community has also benefited from JFS' Iranian Peer Counseling Helpline, which offers Farsi-speaking counselors to help with family problems. JFS has… Continue reading

SUV Crashes Into Thomson Huddle House, Injuring Several Patrons

SUV crashes into Thomson Huddle House, injuring several patrons

Filed under: drug treatment programs in georgia

Armstrong was taken to University Hospital McDuffie for treatment, along with several other people who were injured inside the restaurant. Alcohol or drug use… Continue reading

Washington County Sheriff Asks for Funding for Day Reporting Center

Washington County sheriff asks for funding for day reporting center

Filed under: drug addiction help substance abuse

He said there is a direct link between substance abuse and the rise in recent years of burglaries in the county, particularly for… Continue reading

External Qigong Therapy Can Help Control Cocaine Craving Early in Recovery

External qigong therapy can help control cocaine craving early in recovery

Filed under: residential drug treatment programs

Individuals undergoing residential substance abuse treatment who received qigong therapy, compared to a similar duration of sham treatment, reported significantly reduced cravings for… Continue reading

What Is the Risk of Addiction for Prescription Pills When Taken Properly?

Question by xxheavymetal: What is the risk of addiction for prescription pills when taken properly?
i need this info for a paper i’m writing. i’m only wondering about the risk of addiction/dependence of prescription drugs (opiates, amphetamines, barbiturates, etc.)… Continue reading

Youth Substance Abuse Remains an Issue in Lake County

Youth Substance Abuse Remains an Issue in Lake County

Filed under: drug abuse prevention

"It is so important to have this data to monitor trends and evaluate progress in the area of substance abuse prevention. Our young people are our… Continue reading