mental health issues

Drug Addicted Babies Are Scary (13/8/11)

Drug Addicted Babies Are Scary (13/8/11) — Michael and Dando discuss the recent discovery that a high amount of babies in Geelong are born with a drug addiction. Epic lol.


Doctors warn of opioid addiction danger
Those most at risk include people with any history of substance abuse, including smoking. People with mental health issues like depression, anxiety and personality disorders are also vulnerable. A big challenge is for doctors to determine the motives …… Continue reading

What Is the Best Way to Treat an Alcoholic With a Serious Problem (In UK)?

Question by Chris: What is the best way to treat an alcoholic with a serious problem (in UK)?
What is the best way to help a parent with a severe alcohol addiction? This person is even suicidal with 2 recent hospital admissions – however the hospital care is only concerned with his physical health – not his mental health or his addiction. The GP (regular doctor) seems not to be concerned either. What are the… Continue reading

I Want to Find Alcohol Rehabs in Pawling, New York, That Also Take in Patients With Dual Diagnosis. Help?

Question by cambria ld: I want to find alcohol rehabs in Pawling, New York, that also take in patients with dual diagnosis. Help?
I’m doing a research paper regarding people with dual diagnosis– specifically those whose substance abuse addiction happens to be alcohol. I’m thinking of interviewing patients as well as their counselors, hence the search for rehabs.

Best answer:

Answer by bridget b
Finding alcohol rehabs is pretty easy. The links below will help… Continue reading

American Cancer Society Seeks Volunteer Drivers to Transport Patients to Local

American Cancer Society seeks volunteer drivers to transport patients to local
In January of 2013, Bortell was diagnosed with breast cancer. She was preparing for a lumpectomy when a test revealed she also had a type of chronic leukemia. Her dual diagnosis meantradiation and chemotherapy treatments plus blood transfusions and a …
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New mental health facility opens in Centerville
… along with Davis and Wapello counties. In October of 2013… Continue reading

Is It Fair to Treat the Mentally Ill for Dual Diagnosis on Psych Wards?

Question by onesickchick: is it fair to treat the mentally ill for dual diagnosis on psych wards?
if i’m depressed do i need treatment for a drug addition i don’t have. this is what’s done to save a buck or make a buck but does it help or hurt those who are only mentally ill?
I’m asking about the fact that weather or not you have a dual diagnosis you are treated for one anyway.This… Continue reading

Courier Times Community Calendar for March 31

Courier Times Community Calendar for March 31
3-4 p.m. Thu. To encourage socialization and help to manage the symptoms of schizophrenia; Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. 6-7 p.m. Thu; Dual Diagnosis. 7-8 p.m. Thu. A twelve-step self-help group for people with a dual diagnosis of mental health and …
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Destination Hope Addresses the 12 Step Program Myth
Destination Hope is a full service addiction, drug, alcohol and dual diagnosis… Continue reading