alcohol and drug abuse

How Effective Are Substance Abuse Treatments?

Question by scarlet j: How effective are substance abuse treatments?
I have recently convinced my husband to undergo a substance abuse treatment, and now I am searching for an addiction center that will fit him. But just a few days ago, a friend of mine called me, and said that his son went back to using drugs after two months of abstinence. Now, that gives me doubts if treatment programs can effectively help my husband. Is relapse a normal occurrence? Will I keep my trust on addiction treatment programs?

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The Roots of Addiction

The roots of addiction

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According to Psychology Today, co-occurring disorders refer to the presence of two or more disorders, such as mental health and substance abuse disorders, at the same time. The term co-occurring replaces dual disorders and dual diagnosis because it is …
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DCCCA offers walk-in substance abuse counseling on Wednesdays

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Because April is Alcohol Awareness Month, counselors at DCCCA, a Lawrence-based drug and alcohol treatment provider, want to remind people that they offer walk-in screenings and assessments for substance abuse problems every Wednesday afternoon, …
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Governor'S Plan Makes Sense

Governor'S Plan Makes Sense

Filed under: drug addiction hotline

Every month in Arizona, the Child Abuse Hotline receives another 2,655 grim calls. Each call comes weighted with tragedy and loss — too often the tale of a strained and broken family. … By contrast, providing preventive care — things like drug and …
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County by county by news for Wednesday

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Can a Patient Be Turned in for Alcohol And/or Drug Abuse?

Question by wOW ReALLY: Can a patient be turned in for alcohol and/or drug abuse?
Can a doc turn his patient in for alcohol or drug abuse to the police or social services?

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Answer by Danim Morem
No. It is their job to diagnose you and to treat you in any way possible. It is a good thing to mention to your doctor if you had recently consumed or used any form of alcohol or drug to help with diagnosis, but they legally cannot turn you in as it is part of their doctor-patient confidentiality guidelines.

Can Alcohol and Drug Abuse Clinician Skills Be Assessed Over the Phone?

Can alcohol and drug abuse clinician skills be assessed over the phone?

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BUFFALO, N.Y. –There is a growing trend to make clinical training available to alcohol and drug abuse treatment professionals via the Internet and through distance learning. It is cost effective and can deliver training in current evidence-based …
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BILL WOULD REQUIRE DRUG SCREENING FOR WELFARE RECIPIENTS

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MOVING FORWARD 2013: First-of-Its-Kind Center Offers Counseling and

MOVING FORWARD 2013: First-of-its-kind center offers counseling and

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When left untreated, depression in college students can lead to lower grades, alcohol and drug abuse, relationship problems and an increased risk of other health problems, according to the University of Michigan Depression Center. The comprehensive …
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'Brain pacemaker' may slow effects of Alzheimer's

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