49ers Linebacker Aldon Smith Arrested at Airport
49ers linebacker Aldon Smith arrested at airport
A fearsome pass-rushing specialist, Smith took a five-game leave of absence from the 49ers last season to undergo treatment for substance abuse. He rejoined the team Nov. 5. Smith played in a 27-7 home loss to the Indianapolis Colts on Sept. 22, two …
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One killed in Dickenson County crash
The Virginia State Police are investigating the crash that occurred Friday just before 3… Continue reading
Kentuckiana Faces Rising Problem of Drug Abuse and Addiction – IU Southeast Horizon
Kentuckiana faces rising problem of drug abuse and addiction – IU Southeast Horizon
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Kentuckiana faces rising problem of drug abuse and addiction
IU Southeast Horizon Melissa Trauth didn't know why her iPad and iPod were missing, or where her jewelry had gone, or why all the spoons and cotton balls had disappeared. But one day she got a call, and suddenly it all made sense — her oldest son had been stealing from … |
How Effective Are Substance Abuse Treatments?
Question by scarlet j: How effective are substance abuse treatments?
I have recently convinced my husband to undergo a substance abuse treatment, and now I am searching for an addiction center that will fit him. But just a few days ago, a friend of mine called me, and said that his son went back to using drugs after two months of abstinence. Now, that gives me doubts if treatment programs can effectively help… Continue reading
Tennessee Bill OKs Criminal Charges for Mothers’ Prenatal Drug Use – MSNBC
Tennessee bill OKs criminal charges for mothers’ prenatal drug use – MSNBC
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Tennessee bill OKs criminal charges for mothers' prenatal drug use MSNBC A bill to allow criminal assault charges against women whose infants suffer harm from their mothers' prenatal drug abuse may soon be on the books in Tennessee. House Bill 1295 now awaits a signature from Republican Gov. Bill Haslam. The measure would … Tennessee adopts legislation to criminally prosecute drug-addicted… Continue reading |
Despite Obamacare Promises, Little Help for Substance Abuse Patients
Despite Obamacare promises, little help for substance abuse patients
The nation's health law has promised sweeping changes to help millions of people with drug or alcohol addiction get treatment. Many unable to afford services in the past now can receive them without first landing in jail or an emergency room, health …
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Lowering the Deadly Cost of Drug Abuse
As even quaint New England towns deal with desperate residents… Continue reading
Why Criminalize Prenatal Drug Use? a Letter to Gov. Bill Haslam – MSNBC
Why criminalize prenatal drug use? A letter to Gov. Bill Haslam – MSNBC
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Why criminalize prenatal drug use? A letter to Gov. Bill Haslam
MSNBC It also would allow women to avoid those charges if they volunteer for drug treatment. But before Tennessee's governor makes it official with his signature, I wanted to urge him to consider that this proposed solution may only exacerbate the problem … |