behavioral health

Disgraced Former Olympic Swimmer Scott Miller Leaving Downing Centre Local

Disgraced former Olympic swimmer Scott Miller leaving Downing Centre Local
"Jail wasn't good,'' he said outside the court after the charges were dropped. "A few weeks in jail really made me realise it wasn't where I wanted to be.'' Miller and his partner checked into a drug rehab centre in Warburton, Victoria, shortly after … Read more on Perth Now

Could dual treatment for chemical dependency and mental illness work better?
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Research and Markets: Drugs of Abuse Testing Markets – 2013 Report Covers

Research and Markets: Drugs of Abuse Testing Markets – 2013 Report Covers
Moreover, special attention is paid to Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA) requirements, which aims to prevent substance abuse in the U.S. and so requires that certain corporations comply with anti-drug policies and testing. Read more on Business Wire (press release)

Gauging youth behavioral health needs
The results of the survey will help the Department of Health and Human Services… Continue reading

Documentary Sheds Light on Prescription Drug Abuse Among Teens

Documentary sheds light on prescription drug abuse among teens
BOISE – Prescription drug abuse, is a serious problem in Idaho. In fact a recent study says only three states are worse when it comes to teenagers abusing prescription medication. "It's something that's worked it's way over to Idaho and it's something that we just want to nip in the bud before it becomes a bigger problem," said Gina Heideman, the Executive Director of the Idaho… Continue reading

Man Killed in Home Invasion in Aspen Hill

Man killed in home invasion in Aspen Hill
The house is a “Sober Living” house, according to InterventionAmerica.org, a behavioral health, drug rehab and alcohol treatment directory which lists the house on its website. Police said three men, each armed with handguns, forced their way into the … Read more on Gazette.Net: Maryland Community News Online

Attorney says Martin was harassed by teammates
"The issue is Jonathan's treatment by his teammates." The Dolphins (4-4) will… Continue reading

Teens in Child Welfare System Show Higher Drug Abuse Rate – Science Daily (Press Release)

Teens in Child Welfare System Show Higher Drug Abuse Rate – Science Daily (press release)

Teens in Child Welfare System Show Higher Drug Abuse Rate
Science Daily (press release)
Nov. 4, 2013 — Teenagers in the child welfare system are at higher-than-average risk of abusing marijuana, inhalants and other drugs, according to a study in the November issue of the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs.

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Free Drug Screening Offered for San Diego County Teens – Patch.com

Free Drug Screening Offered For San Diego County Teens – Patch.com

Free Drug Screening Offered For San Diego County Teens
Patch.com
According to the Center for Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University, 75 percent of high-school students have used addictive substances. The San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency has funded a new program to try and combat 

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Teen Drug Rehab – Google News

Drug Treatment Facility Gets Another Look… Continue reading