Drug Addiction

The Grave Issue of Drug Addiction Among Indian Youth

The grave issue of drug addiction among Indian youth — Drug addiction is a problem that has been increasing immensely among Indian youth.Today,in Bharat Bhagya Vidhata, we discuss this very serious issue and seek…


Missoula events spotlight prescription drug abuse among youth
STEVENSVILLE – Today is Caitlin Stanich's 28th birthday. Her sister … Eleven percent of Missoula youth report using a prescription painkiller without a doctor's permission, and the most common source of prescription drugs… Continue reading

Synanon’s Sober Utopia: How a Drug Rehab Program Became a Violent Cult – Gizmodo

Synanon’s Sober Utopia: How a Drug Rehab Program Became a Violent Cult – Gizmodo

Synanon's Sober Utopia: How a Drug Rehab Program Became a Violent Cult
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Dederich is credited with a lot of positive innovations early on in his career as a drug rehab guru. He focused on a marginalized group that most institutions wanted nothing to do with. He was said to have coined the phrase "Today is the first day of …… Continue reading

What Causes Addiction?

Question by melon_rose: What causes addiction?

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Answer by Dave Yours Truly
Drug use or abuse crosses the line into drug addiction when you feel you have to have the drug, and you increase the amount of the drug you take. Various factors, such as your personality, your genetic makeup and peer pressure, affect your likelihood of becoming addicted to a drug. In addition, some drugs, such as heroin and cocaine, more quickly produce… Continue reading

DEA: Huge Heroin Ring Supplying Long Island Takes 'Significant Hit'

DEA: Huge heroin ring supplying Long Island takes 'significant hit'
Authorities busted a cartel-affiliated heroin and methamphetamine ring with supply routes to Long Island, making three arrests and netting nearly $ 13 million worth of elaborately hidden drugs, officials said Wednesday. In two Manhattan apartments …
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Sun City Center resident, ex-stripper, writes story of redemption
He's been shot, sued and busted on charges ranging from promoting prostitution to possession of drugs.… Continue reading

Springfield Salvation Army's Recycled Textiles Help Fund Its Drug and Alcohol

Springfield Salvation Army's recycled textiles help fund its drug and alcohol
Last year, the city-based organization recycled 2,019,294 pounds of textiles, earning $ 513,024 from their sale, which goes to support Salvation Army's adult drug and alcohol rehabilitation program, said Maj. Darren Mudge, adult rehabilitation center …
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Columbus Alcohol Drug Rehab Announces New Long-Term Residential
A new long-term residential treatment program for individuals seeking relief from drug addiction… Continue reading

Toledo Alcohol Drug Rehab Announces Expansion of Substance Abuse Program

Toledo Alcohol Drug Rehab Announces Expansion of Substance Abuse Program
Drug use remains problematic in Toledo, yet there are solutions for it. Call 567-202-0438 for a free consultation today. (PRWeb April 16, 2014) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Toledo-drug-rehab/drug-detox-treatment/prweb11758292.htm
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Lorain Alcohol Drug Rehab Launches Updated Intervention Program
Making an attempt to have a loved one or friend get help for their drug addiction sometimes needs a professional involved.… Continue reading