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Crack Abuse: Know About the Dangerous Effects of Crack Cocaine on Unborn Fetus

Cocaine is regarded as one of the most dangerous illicit drugs of abuse throughout the world. According to NSDUH (National Survey on drug Use and Health) 2009, there were about 1.6 million Cocaine users in America. ‘Crack’ Cocaine is more potent and powerful form of Cocaine. It increases the effects of the drug on the user and is significantly more dangerous than regular Cocaine abuse. An increasing number of people are… Continue reading

Alcoholic Rehabilitation: Different Treatments for Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation

There are several reasons why people fall victim to drug and alcohol addiction, and no one is an exception to the rule. Whether they’re teenagers succumbing to the force of peer-pressure, parents taking prescribed drugs to cope with the hardship of their lives, or thousands of homeless people trapped in a world of “street drugs,” drug and alcohol addiction can happen to anyone. According to a recent in-depth analysis of addiction treatment in America, more… Continue reading

Meth Abuse: Common Questions About Crystal Meth Abuse

Like many illegal drugs, crystal meth is shrouded in myth and is thus mysterious to many people who have no experience with the drug. What cannot be doubted, however, is that crystal meth abuse is a serious problem that almost always warrants treatment. If someone in your family has been using this drug and cannot seem to stop, make sure they get treatment as soon as possible. Beyond that, here are some important… Continue reading

Cannabis Reduces IQ (And Appreciation of Context)

Cannabis reduces IQ (and appreciation of context)
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I've never been keen on smoking or illicit drug use, but I was at a party and a bit drunk at the time, my inhibitions were lowered. Someone offered me a drag/toke/puff (delete as appropriate) on a joint/spliff/reefer (again, delete as appropriate), so …
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Nabi Sends Letter to Stockholders Responding to Mangrove's Statements and
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New Analysis Shows Illicit Drug Use May Vary by Payer Type: Detection Rates

New Analysis Shows Illicit Drug Use May Vary by Payer Type: Detection Rates
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BALTIMORE, Sept. 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Ameritox(SM), the nation's leader in Pain Medication Monitoring Solutions(®), today announced the presentation of a scientific poster titled “Analysis of Illicit Substance Abuse and Medication Monitoring By …
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Is ALKS 5461 the miracle mood-enhancing, anxiety-lowering but non-abusable
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Drug Abuse: Drug Abuse Therapy Bears Fruits – AllAfrica.com

Drug Abuse Therapy Bears Fruits – AllAfrica.com
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Drug Abuse Therapy Bears Fruits
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DRUG addicts have hailed the power of methadone therapy in changing their lives and totally eliminating dependency on the lethal stuff. Speaking to the 'Daily News' over the weekend in Kinondoni Municipality, some of those who have started attending

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Researchers Show Cost-Effectiveness of HIV Testing in Drug Abuse Treatment … – eNews Park… Continue reading