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Advice About Drug Addiction?

Question by mickey: Advice about drug addiction?
Hi my name is micky. I had a severe drinking problem and last November decided to go to rehab. After being in rehab for a few days I met a wonderful lady who was only going through the detox part of the time. When she left detox after one week, I remained in rehab and we started seeing each other. After leaving rehab I moved in with her.… 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

Serenity Treatment Center, Inc. | Abuse Treatment in Frederick

Serenity Treatment Center, Inc. | Abuse Treatment in Frederick — Serenity Treatment Center, Inc. is a State approved outpatient center for the treatment of individuals with alcohol and substance abuse problems. Our State C…


10 Questions: Vineet Arora, MD
Her educational videos on the topic have been featured on NPR and in the New York Times. 1. What's the biggest barrier to practicing medicine … One of our patients had a recent heart attack and… Continue reading

America's Heroin Epidemic: Where to Find Help

America's Heroin Epidemic: Where to Find Help
NBC News' series "Hooked: America's Heroin Epidemic" (April 7-9) shows just how devastating drug abuse can be on individuals and families. If you or anyone you know is battling a substance abuse problem, the resources below can offer help.The U.S.
Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results

Prescription drug abuse a problem in Texas
Beyond the always illegal drugs that come through back alley deals on street corners,… Continue reading

Prescription Drug Abuse a Problem

Prescription drug abuse a problem
Beyond the always illegal drugs that come through back alley deals on street corners, Texas has another drug problem: illicitly used prescription medication.
Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results

America's Heroin Epidemic: Where to Find Help
NBC News' series "Hooked: America's Heroin Epidemic" (April 7-9) shows just how devastating drug abuse can be on individuals and families. If you or anyone you know is battling a substance abuse problem,… 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