drug and alcohol use

Teen Drug Use


 

Teen Drug Use – Experts say teen drug and alcohol use has surged in recent years, but many parents struggle to help their kids deal with the problem. Now a new University of Florida study says school can make a big difference in teens’ lives outside the classroom.

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Do Drug Hotlines Turn You in to the Police?

Question by Jake D: Do drug hotlines turn you in to the police?
I am 17, and I have an addiction to cocaine. I am starting to crash really really hard right now, and I want to get help. I really do. I am afraid if I call a… Continue reading

Alcohol & Substance Abuse : Withdrawal Symptoms of Alcohol


 

Alcohol & Substance Abuse : Withdrawal Symptoms of Alcohol – Symptoms of alcohol withdrawal include headaches, nausea, breathing difficulties, anxiety, depression and delirium tremors. Discover how alcohol can cause hallucinations and cardiovascular problems withhelp from a licensed mental health counselor in this free video on alcohol abuse. Expert: David… Continue reading

Salvation Army Drug Treatment Program: Discount Drug & Alcohol Rehab Treatment

There is help available for almost everyone. People that need recovery have choices.
The financial strain of recovery is a real issue for families. In today’s uncertain economy, it is often the reason that many delay getting the proper help for their loved one. How much does treatment have to… Continue reading

Drug Abuse Resistance Education: Effectiveness of the Drug Abuse Resistance Education Program (DARE)

The Drug Abuse Resistance Education program (DARE) was created to be implemented in school systems in order to educate students about the dangers of drug and alcohol use and abuse. It was intended to help decrease the amount of young kids and teens that would experiment with drugs by educating… Continue reading

Substance Abuse: Anger Management, a Neglected Topic in Substance Abuse Intervention

A long standing issue

Problems managing anger has always been a concern for patients suffering from addictive disorders. Pioneering research by my mentor, Dr. Sidney Cohen at the UCLA Neuropsychiatric Institute demonstrated the relationship between, anger, violence and the use of alcohol and or cocaine. One of the most popular… Continue reading