young adults

How Does One Become NJ State Licensed for Substance Abuse?

Question by jeremyf1977: How does one become NJ State Licensed for Substance Abuse?
I am a CASAC-T I have a Job in NJ it is 20 minutes from NYC. I live in NYC and I am completing CASAC-T Hours. If I need to continue to work in NJ how do I become NJ State Licensed in Substance Abuse? The Place I work in now is more of a training facility and not a permenant position.… Continue reading

Film Screenings Shine a Spotlight on Teenage Prescription Drug Abuse

Film screenings shine a spotlight on teenage prescription drug abuse
To raise awareness for the often untold threat that prescription drugs can pose, particularly to teenagers and young adults, the National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse is helping sponsor four free screenings of the documentary, "Behind the …
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Saline leaders say teen drug use is in community's 'blind spot'
Gretchen Driskell, D-Saline, said it's too early to… Continue reading

What Are the Statistics With Regards to Bipolar Disorder and Asperger Syndrome Dual Diagnosis?

Question by ISA: What are the statistics with regards to Bipolar Disorder and Asperger Syndrome dual diagnosis?

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Answer by Emma S
Apparently it’s fairly common, but it’s not a well studied area of psychology. I did a quick google scholar search, and I found this paper that might be of interest to you:

High prevalence of bipolar disorder comorbidity in adolescents and young adults with high-functioning autism spectrum disorder: A preliminary study of… Continue reading

Drug Rehab Buffalo | Alcohol Rehab Buffalo | Drug Rehab Buffalo

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Places for depressed teens to turn
Depression among young adults can lead to self-induced isolation, decaying relationships with friends and family and substance abuse. Maura Kelley, founder and director of Mental Health Peer Connection in Buffalo, works to get people struggling… Continue reading

What Is the Best Drug Rehab for Young Adults?

Question by Mary Williams: What is the best drug rehab for young adults?
I am trying to find the best treatment center in Arizona for my little brother. He is 21 and using heroin. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

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Answer by Bill Davis
There are many great treatment centers for drug and alcohol addiction. Depending on your brother’s circumstances he may need long term treatment. Addiction is a disease of the mind… Continue reading

New Helpline in Riverhead Provides Teens With Recovery Assistance – Ticker Report

New Helpline in Riverhead Provides Teens with Recovery Assistance – Ticker Report

New Helpline in Riverhead Provides Teens with Recovery Assistance
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The new Riverhead Drug Rehab and Detox Helpline provide callers with reliable drug rehab information. Teenage drug and alcohol abuse is not just a problem in Riverhead, NY, but also throughout the entire state. Each day, countless young adults suffer 

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Teen Drug Rehab – Google News

Teen jailed for… Continue reading