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Addiction Recovery News
New Research Shows How Neurons Interact And Could Lead To New Treatment For Addiction
Harvard scientists have developed the fullest picture yet of how neurons in the brain interact to reinforce behaviors ranging from learning to drug use, a finding that might open the door to possible breakthroughs in the treatment of addiction. The finding is the result of a year-long effort by a team of researchers led by associate professor of Molecular and Cellular Biology Naoshige Uchida to examine a brain process known as reward prediction error… (Source: Health News from Medical News Today) MedWorm Sponsor Message: Find the best January Sales in the UK. (More)
Narconon Eastern US Announces Campaign To Parents On Vital Need For Immediate Family Drug Intervention
Narconon Eastern US Director, Yvonne Rodgers, announces their new campaign to education parents and families on the urgent need for immediate drug intervention for their loved one struggling with substance abuse as drug deaths grow and outnumber traffic mortalities in the US. (More)
The neurobiology of cognitive control in successful cocaine abstinence
Conclusions: Differences between the short- and long-abstinence groups in the patterns of functional recruitment suggest different cognitive control demands at different stages in abstinence. Short-term abstinence showed increased inhibition-related dorsolateral and inferior frontal activity indicative of the need for increased inhibitory control while long-term abstinence showed increased error-related ACC activity indicative of heightened behavioral monitoring. The results suggest that the integrity of prefrontal systems that underlie cognitive control functions may be an important character (More)
100 Years Ago in Addiction Science
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Narconon Eastern US Director Recommends Immediate Family Drug Intervention to Save Lives
Narconon Eastern US Director, Yvonne Rodgers, recommends immediate family drug intervention for their loved one struggling with substance abuse as drug deaths currently outnumber traffic mortalities in the US. (More)
Marijuana smoke not as damaging to lungs as cigarette smoke, study suggests
Using marijuana carries legal risks, but the consequences of occasionally lighting up do not include long-term loss of lung function, according to a new study. In the study in which participants had repeated measurements of lung function over 20 years, occasional and low cumulative marijuana use was not associated with adverse effects on pulmonary function. (More)
Addiction Recovery Articles
What is a Sober House?
The term sober house or sober living home is unfamiliar to most people, unless of course, if you are working in the field of recovery or have a friend or relative in the field. A … (More)
Get Better Results With Secular Rehab
There is a separation of church and state, but not one of church and rehab. Traditionally, it is non-secular rehabs that are widely available. Recent times have brought change. Statistics show that non 12 step drug rehab centers achieve higher success rates. (More)
Effective Treatments for Inpatient Drug Rehab
Inpatient drug rehab programs are the most intensive and effective treatment programs for people dealing with addiction. Through advances in psychology and neuroscience, addiction specialists have created inpatient drug rehab therapies which help thousands of substance abusers achieve lasting sobriety each year. (More)
How To Overcome Alcoholism or Drug Addiction In Four Steps
Beating an addiction to drugs or alcohol doesn’t require special intellect, some unique formula, or heavily guarded secret. There is no miracle cure, magic pill, or expensive medication. On the contrary in fact, because the … (More)
E-Cigarette Reviews – An Effective Way to Quit Smoking
The number of people who die of harmful diseases caused by smoking is increasing and such a number stands alarming. Why do hazardous diseases that are preventable cause such a concern? Smokers who are constantly … (More)
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Welcome to the Addiction Recovery Newsletter (1/14/2012). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: RecoveryHelper.org.
Addiction Recovery News
Narconon Suncoast Rehabilitation Center Earns 100% On FL State License Inspection
Narconon Suncoast Rehabilitation Center, a substance abuse Adult Residential Level II, Day/Night and Intensive Outpatient Treatment service program just received a performance rating score of 100.00% for the second year in a row providing the best care possible. (More)
Narconon Eastern US Director Recommends Immediate Family Drug Intervention to Save Lives
Narconon Eastern US Director, Yvonne Rodgers, recommends immediate family drug intervention for their loved one struggling with substance abuse as drug deaths currently outnumber traffic mortalities in the US. (More)
Clue as to why alcohol is addicting: Scientists show that drinking releases brain endorphins
Drinking alcohol leads to the release of endorphins in areas of the brain that produce feelings of pleasure and reward, according to a new study. (More)
Guidelines stress caution when combining anti-epileptic, HIV drugs
New guidelines will help physicians better choose seizure drugs for people on HIV/AIDS medication, avoiding deadly drug interactions and preventing critical anti-HIV drugs from becoming less effective, possibly leading to a more virulent strain of the disease. (More)
Addiction Recovery Articles
Changing Lives With Drug Rehab
Clinical drug rehab helps thousands of addicts make lasting recoveries each year. Through advancements in neuroscience and psychology, drug rehab specialists have developed a myriad of therapies for treating even the most severe addictions. Although many laypeople still believe addiction to be an issue of willpower, it is a medical disease which requires medical treatment. (More)
The Most Effective Forms of Drug Addiction Treatment
Drug addiction is one of the main causes of the downfall of millions of people around the world. It has been one of the main concerns of parents or relatives for numerous people throughout the world. (More)
How to Deal With a Parent With Alcoholism
All children, no matter what their age, look up to their parents. But how difficult is it for a child to respect and grow properly in a household when having to deal with a parent who is suffering from alcoholism? It is not easy and can be very damaging to the family and its relationship with one another. (More)
The Internet Trap- Porn Addiction
Is everybody addicted to something? It’s a good question. As human beings, our intellect is predisposed to get hooked to intense activities. The more we perform the activities, the deeper the wiring gets embedded in … (More)
Tools To Deal With A Porn Addiction
Is everybody addicted to something? It’s a good question. As human beings, our mind is predisposed to get hooked to intense activities. The more we carry out the activities, the deeper the wiring gets embedded … (More)
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Welcome to the Addiction Recovery Newsletter (1/6/2012). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: RecoveryHelper.org.
Addiction Recovery News
Guidelines stress caution when combining anti-epileptic, HIV drugs
New guidelines will help physicians better choose seizure drugs for people on HIV/AIDS medication, avoiding deadly drug interactions and preventing critical anti-HIV drugs from becoming less effective, possibly leading to a more virulent strain of the disease. (More)
Pickerel Lake Recovery Center and the Treatment Plan
At The Pickerel Lake Recovery Center they believe in total health, and the achievement of starting a new life! With modern ideas, and the industries leading professionals, they take recovery to new heights and success. (More)
How am I Doing? Um, I’ll check the internet!
Am I doing OK? Letâ??s see, 412 Facebook friends, 7,452 Google citations, 538,412 Psych Today hits, Amazon.com sales rank: 2,376th… But am I happy? I need to check authentichappiness.com… Healthy? Iâ??ll check realage.com. The internet provides enough information to compare yourself into insanity
Primary Topic:?
Happiness
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New strain of lab mice mimics human alcohol consumption patterns
A line of laboratory mice drinks more alcohol than other animal models and consumes it in a fashion similar to humans: choosing alcohol over other options and binge drinking. (More)
Muskoka Ontario Welcomes Pickerel Lake Recovery
The attention to the disease of addiction plus the serenity of Muskoka combined for the absolute very best in recovery. (More)
Addiction Recovery Articles
Tips to Live A Substance Abuse-Free Life
Quitting a substance abusing habit is not easy. People strive hard to quit this habit, but many times, they fail. Every time they involve in substance abuse, they say, ‘this is the last time’, but they never stick to their word. This happens with almost everyone, who has been associated with substance abuse for quite some time. (More)
Recycle Bin Full? Maybe Someone Needs an Alcohol Class
Can a society that encourages people to be eco-friendly really help you identify a drinking problem? As a counselor for both in class and online alcohol classes, I often discuss this question with my students. I ask them to examine what is in their recycle bins and discover what their recycling behavior says about them. (More)
Connect Your Body and Mind Together
There is a connection between the body and the mind. When one or the other is out of sorts this usually results in disease. This is more noticeable in a physical condition. Addiction does not only affect the mind as most people seem to believe. (More)
Help for Pastors, Ministers, Priests Who Want to Foster an effective, Christian, recovery program that is simple, friendly, and welcoming
Help for Today’s Pastor, Minister, or Priest Who. . . Has experience with alcoholics and addicts in his church and elsewhere; wants to be of help; has heard strange things about or has concerns about … (More)
time to change
my sister got me one of those saggitarius daily guide books for 2012. todays little ditty says, what seemed puzzling over the past few months is now becoming crystal clear, and you have the confidence … (More)
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Welcome to the Addiction Recovery Newsletter (12/29/2011). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: RecoveryHelper.org.
Addiction Recovery News
Recovering addict’s cat euthanized by Humane Society
A cat that helped a man here overcome his addiction was euthanized after he took it to the Humane Society but couldn’t pay for its care. (Source: USATODAY.com Health) MedWorm Sponsor Message: Find the best January Sales in the UK. (More)
Assessing Drinking Issues And Delivering Brief Interventions Via Texts
This study examined the use of text messaging (TM), both to collect drinking data from young adults after ED discharge as well as provide immediate feedback and ongoing support to them, finding that TM is effective on both levels. Results will be published in the March 2012 issue of Alcoholism: Clinical & Experimental Research and are currently available at Early View. “Each day in the U.S… (Source: Health News from Medical News Today) (More)
Crucial advances in ‘brain reading’ demonstrated
A new study demonstrates several crucial advances in “brain reading” or “brain decoding” using computerized machine learning methods. Researchers classified data taken from people being scanned while watching videos meant to induce nicotine cravings and detected whether people were watching and resisting cravings, indulging in them, or watching videos that were unrelated to smoking or cravings. (More)
Mother’s touch may protect against drug cravings later
An attentive, nurturing mother may be able to help her children better resist the temptations of drug use later in life, according to a study in rats conducted by researchers in the United States and Australia. (More)
Muskoka Ontario Welcomes Pickerel Lake Recovery
The attention to the disease of addiction plus the serenity of Muskoka combined for the absolute very best in recovery. (More)
Addiction Recovery Articles
Your Road to Recovery Begins From Rehabilitation Centers
Drug rehabilitation is a term that describes the process of psychotherapeutic or medical treatment for the dependency on psychoactive substances like alcohol, prescription drugs and different drugs that are also termed as street drugs. Street drugs include cocaine, heroin or amphetamines. The main motive is to enable the patient to cease the substance abuse that helps in avoiding different psychological, legal, financial, social, and physical consequences, which can be caused mainly by extreme abuse. (More)
How to Avoid Craving for Illicit Drugs and Alcohol?
An individual who has been habituated to illicit drugs or alcohol faces hard time withdrawing these habits. He should have strong commitment along with proper guidance to stay away from drugs. Below are some tips to help a drug addict overcome his/her craving for drugs. (More)
Alcohol Addiction Treatment and Social Life
Alcohol addiction treatment helps thousands of alcoholics make lasting recoveries every year. Rehab clinics across the United States employ proven methods based on recent discoveries in neuroscience and psychology in their alcohol addiction treatment programs. However, long-term sobriety takes hard work and sacrifice from addicts. (More)
A.A., God, Religion, Bill W., 1950 Convention
Dick B.Copyright, Anonymous. All rights reservedHow Bill Wilson Described a Turning Point at A.A.’s 1950 Cleveland Convention. The Traditions had just been approved. Bill was still talking about God. Many present were still talking about … (More)
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Dear RecoveryHelper.org Readers,
Welcome to the Addiction Recovery Newsletter (12/21/2011). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: RecoveryHelper.org.
Addiction Recovery News
Crucial advances in ‘brain reading’ demonstrated
A new study demonstrates several crucial advances in “brain reading” or “brain decoding” using computerized machine learning methods. Researchers classified data taken from people being scanned while watching videos meant to induce nicotine cravings and detected whether people were watching and resisting cravings, indulging in them, or watching videos that were unrelated to smoking or cravings. (More)
Why I must leave the KGB
Gorbachev had the decency to step down. So should I.
Primary Topic:?
Addiction
read more (Source: Psychology Today Addiction Center) (More)
Lives Restored : Ex-Convict Uses Battle With Addiction and Mental Illness to Help Others
Antonio Lambert, a self-taught ex-convict turned mental health educator, has relapsed into crime and drug use before. But now, he says, â??I know when itâ??s time to reach out for help.â? (Source: NYT Health) (More)
New strain of lab mice mimics human alcohol consumption patterns
A line of laboratory mice drinks more alcohol than other animal models and consumes it in a fashion similar to humans: choosing alcohol over other options and binge drinking. (More)
Muskoka Ontario Welcomes Pickerel Lake Recovery
The attention to the disease of addiction plus the serenity of Muskoka combined for the absolute very best in recovery. (More)
Addiction Recovery Articles
How Addiction of Inhalants Can Destroy One’s Life
Inhalants are breathable chemical vapors or gases that produce psychoactive or mind-altering effects when abused. They contain volatile organic solvents, fuel gases, nitrites and anesthetic gases. (More)
Differences Among Drug Treatment Programs
Drug use in the world is becoming an epidemic. Most people start taking drugs as an interesting experience only to end up in addiction. Once addicted, these drugs become their sole motivation in all they do and they are unable to perform well when sober. (More)
Christian AAs and their Bibles
Bible Basics of Early A.A.A.A. Cofounder Dr. Bob: “we were convinced that the answer to our problems was in the Good Book”Dick B.Copyright 2011 Anonymous. All Rights ReservedWhat the Founders Said About the Bible and … (More)
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Welcome to the Addiction Recovery Newsletter (12/14/2011). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: RecoveryHelper.org.
Addiction Recovery News
Risk Of Death And Stroke In Those With Heart Disease Increased By Herbal Amphetamine
Chewing the natural stimulant khat increases the risk of death and stroke in patients with heart disease compared to those who are not users, according to new research in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association. Since ancient times, people in the Arabian Peninsula and East Africa have chewed the fresh leaves of the Catha edulis plant which has effects similar to amphetamines and cocaine. It causes euphoria, hyperactivity, restlessness, loss of appetite and weight loss… (Source: Health News from Medical News Today) MedWorm Sponsor Message: Please support the Doctors In Chains c (More)
American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry (AAAP) 22nd Annual Meeting & SymposiumAmerican Academy of Addiction Psychiatry (AAAP) 22nd Annual Meeting & Symposium
Read clinically focused news coverage of key developments from the meeting. Medscape Psychiatry (Source: Medscape Today Headlines) (More)
Breaking Oncogene’s Hold On Cancer Cell Provides New Treatment Direction
Just as people’s bodies and minds can become addicted to substances such as drugs, caffeine, alcohol, their cancers can become addicted to certain genes that insure their continued growth and dominance. Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and Harvard Medical School have developed ways to exploit the addictions of cancers to kill them without harming normal tissues. A report on their work appears online in the journal Science. Many cancers are driven by the overexpression of oncogenes. These oncogenes are two-faced… (Source: Health News from Medical News Today) (More)
The iaedp Foundation Kicks Off Second Annual Body Image Mannequin Art Competition
The International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals Foundation (iaedp) presents a competition to promote maintaining a healthy body image. (More)
Muskoka Ontario Welcomes Pickerel Lake Recovery
The attention to the disease of addiction plus the serenity of Muskoka combined for the absolute very best in recovery. (More)
Addiction Recovery Articles
Within You Is the Power to Overcome Addiction
Not everyone is interested in giving themselves over to a higher power to overcome their addiction. It could be because they are an atheist, agnostic, do not believe in that particular belief system, or do not want to mix church and rehab. The reasons are not important as there are other choices with non-religious rehabs. (More)
Find some of the best rehabilitation centers Florida
The instant of discovery happens when you realize that someone you love uses drugs, alcohol or other substance, is very difficult moment, but it could be the solution to a whole new beginning for him. … (More)
Reality Therapy for Drug Addiction
The most widely used and statistically proven treatments for drug addiction are called “evidence-based” therapies because of their rigorous testing and government approval. These therapies include one-on-one counseling sessions, peer-group discussions, and family therapy. However, there are other highly successful drug addiction treatments which rehab clinicians across the country use every day to treat their patients. (More)
Drug Detox – What to Expect
Addiction is a physiological disorder which permanently alters addicts’ brain chemistries. The same neurological processes which are responsible for people’s cravings for food, sex, and other pleasurable things are also responsible for drug cravings in habitual users. It is therefore essential that addicts be weaned off drugs before they can successfully engage their treatment programs. (More)
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Welcome to the Addiction Recovery Newsletter (12/6/2011). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: RecoveryHelper.org.
Addiction Recovery News
Cross-Cultural Panel At iaedp Symposium 2012 Discusses Treating Eating Disorders in Ethnic Populations
Leading experts join iaedp’s Symposium 2012 panel to recognize eating disorders as a cross-cultural affliction. Read for more information about these experts and the goal of the panel discussion: to address the unique treatment of patients from non-Western backgrounds. (More)
Smoking cessation interventions appear to be effective for some current smokers
Nicotine replacement therapy and smoking cessation intervention programs are associated with positive outcomes among current smokers, according to new studies. (More)
Illegal drug use is associated with abnormal weight in teens
A survey of more than 33,000 Italian high school students reveals that both underweight and overweight teens consume 20 to 40 percent more illegal drugs than their normal-weight peers. (More)
The truth about marijuana and pregnancy
Few if any states that have legislated the availability of medical marijuana have included guidelines for prescribing marijuana to pregnant women.
Primary Topic:?
Child Development
read more (Source: Psychology Today Parenting Center) (More)
Narconon Riverbend Kicks Off National Recovery Month Honoring Graduates with Long Term Recovery
Narconon Riverbend kicks off National Recovery Month honoring long term recovery graduates with their highly effective alcohol and drug rehab program that has more than 75% of their graduates staying clean and leading productive lives. (More)
Addiction Recovery Articles
Marijuana Withdrawal Symptoms – How To Cope Effectively
Inability to struggle with marijuana withdrawal symptoms is the major cause of relapse among pot users. Many find it challenging to give up the vice because of the undesirable symptoms that comes with only a … (More)
How to Recognize and Get Help for Opioid Addiction
One of the most important factors in successfully treating narcotic drug addictions is to catch them early before they have time to take over the victims’ lives. For this, it is necessary to be able to detect early signs of various narcotic drug addictions. (More)
Spiritual Interventions for Anxiety
For many of us we have never been taught how to cope with the events in life and the unknowns we face. Our addiction usually tells us we need a pill or a drink for the cure but you have found that this is a deceptive fallacy. Spiritual interventions can help us to learn to cope with anxiety. (More)
How to Find Vermont Specialized Programs for Chemical Abuse Healing Centers
Drug addiction is a serious habit with distressing disadvantage. It wrecks relations and life. And most of the time, revival needs specialist interference. Unlike other bad habits, drug addiction needs to be cured in all … (More)
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Welcome to the Addiction Recovery Newsletter (11/30/2011). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: RecoveryHelper.org.
Addiction Recovery News
Muskoka Ontario Welcomes Pickerel Lake Recovery
The attention to the disease of addiction plus the serenity of Muskoka combined for the absolute very best in recovery. (More)
Illegal drug use is associated with abnormal weight in teens
A survey of more than 33,000 Italian high school students reveals that both underweight and overweight teens consume 20 to 40 percent more illegal drugs than their normal-weight peers. (More)
Rural Teens Who Volunteer, Help Others Have Lower Levels Of Substance Use
Young adults between the ages of 18 and 25 report the highest rates of substance use and dependence, according to the National Survey on Drug Use & Health. A new study from the University of Missouri found that rural adolescents who engage in prosocial behaviors, such as volunteering and helping others, are less likely to use substances as young adults. Gustavo Carlo, Millsap Professor of Diversity in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies, examined data from surveys given to a group of rural youths from junior high school to young adulthood… (Source: Health News from Medical (More)
Dr Barton Goldsmith Psychology Today’s Top Doc, will be Inducted into the CAADAC Hall of Fame
Renowned Psychotherapist and Psychology Today’s Top Doc, Dr. Barton Goldsmith will be inducted into the California Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors’ (CAADAC) Hall of Fame on October 1, 2011. (More)
2StopSmokingTips.com Advocates a Reprogramming of the Mind for Stop Smoking Success through New Blog
2stopsmokingtips.com advocates a refreshingly new approach to stop smoking
by the reprogramming of the mind.It emphasizes the use of the
human will and determination as the best stop smoking treatment. (More)
Addiction Recovery Articles
Drug Crime and Punishment
Severe prison time is one of the worst risks of drug use and addiction. It is also one of the most disturbing parts of the drug problem, as many addicts end up in jail for compulsive, addiction-related behaviors. Since the use of ever-stricter prison sentences has done little to abate the United States’ drug crisis, it seems that actual addiction treatment might be a better option for reducing rates of abuse and drug-related crime. (More)
Parental Strategies for Dealing With Teen Drug Use
The prevalence of drugs in our society can make parenting very difficult. Parents must set clear guidelines about drugs and alcohol for their kids and enforce them consistently. Despite parents’ best efforts, however, children will often form their own opinions regarding drug use. Simply talking to your children and explaining your views are not enough to seriously affect their decisions – the proper timing, tone, and choice of words are crucial in guiding your teens’ choices. (More)
Four Treatments for Drug Addiction
There are a variety of treatment plans and therapies available for active and recovering drug addicts, and choosing the right one can seem like a daunting task. Each program has a specific purpose, and because substance abuse is such a gravely serious problem, it’s important for addicts and their loved ones to seek the proper kind of help. Sifting through confusing medical literature and a lexicon of strange addiction-related terms can make this decision a nightmare for someone who is already suffering the stresses of drug addiction and its consequences. (More)
Alaska Residential Drug Treatment Centers for Addicts
Residential treatment is an efficient cure for addicts who are having serious problems with substance addiction. These therapeutic programs have been designed to assist addicts by giving them a place to live, quiet and clean, … (More)
How is Sober Living Different from Rehab?
Having the will and desire to overcome a substance abuse problem, regardless of whether your downfall in the past has been alcohol, illegal or prescription drugs, begins your journey to recovery. After that initial phase … (More)
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Welcome to the Addiction Recovery Newsletter (11/22/2011). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: RecoveryHelper.org.
Addiction Recovery News
New way to boost potency of natural pain relief chemical in body
Researchers have discovered a new means of enhancing the effects of anandamide — a natural, marijuana-like chemical in the body that provides pain relief. (More)
Alcoholics’ ‘injured brains’ work harder to complete simple tasks: Finger tapping study shows alcoholics may recruit other brain regions
Alcoholic brains can perform a simple finger-tapping exercise as well as their sober counterparts but their brain must work a lot harder to do it, according to a new study. (More)
Considering the definition of addiction – Sussman S, Sussman AN.
The definition of addiction is explored. Elements of addiction derived from a literature search that uncovered 52 studies include: (a) engagement in the behavior to achieve appetitive effects, (b) preoccupation with the behavior, (c) temporary satiation, (… (Source: SafetyLit: All (Unduplicated)) MedWorm Sponsor Message: Please support the DoctorsInChains.org campaign for the health workers in Bahrain. #FreeDoctors (More)
The truth about marijuana and pregnancy
Few if any states that have legislated the availability of medical marijuana have included guidelines for prescribing marijuana to pregnant women.
Primary Topic:
Child Development
read more (Source: Psychology Today Parenting Center) (More)
Dr Barton Goldsmith Psychology Today’s Top Doc, will be Inducted into the CAADAC Hall of Fame
Renowned Psychotherapist and Psychology Today’s Top Doc, Dr. Barton Goldsmith will be inducted into the California Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors’ (CAADAC) Hall of Fame on October 1, 2011. (More)
Addiction Recovery Articles
Keep It Simple Stupid
Good treatment is not fueled by the mind. It is fueled by the heart. Good treatment is not necessarily complex and intellectual. The process can be incredibly simple (though elegant). Good treatment is, however, extraordinarily difficult to provide every day. That is because good treatment requires that those who provide it consistently bring great energy, great commitment, great attention and great love to their work every day. Go to http://goo.gl/FPqGA to read more. (More)
Human Physiology and Addiction: Why Anyone Can Become a Substance Abuser
Many people live under the assumption that they are not susceptible to addiction, and that substance abuse only afflicts the weak-willed and morally degenerate. Negative stereotypes of alcoholics and drug addicts may contribute to these assumptions. Even many of those who do suffer from addiction deny their problems and continue to view drug dependency as something that only affects “other” people. (More)
How Minnesota Drug Rehab Treatment Centers Can Help Drug Addicts
Drug addiction has become a major problem in today’s society. In the U.S. alone, the number of people with a drug addiction problem is now close to 21 million. In Minnesota, it has been estimated … (More)
Finding Treatment at a Boston Drug Rehab
A Boston drug rehab center is a treatment facility that aims to help any addicted individual in Boston and nearby areas to overcome their addiction and live a drug-free life. They understand the difficulty of … (More)
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Welcome to the Addiction Recovery Newsletter (11/15/2011). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: RecoveryHelper.org.
Addiction Recovery News
High childhood IQ linked to subsequent illicit drug use, research suggests
A high childhood IQ may be linked to subsequent illegal drug use, particularly among women, new research suggests. (More)
Delirium Prevention and Treatment
Delirium occurs in 35% to 80% of critically ill hospitalized patients. Little is known of delirium prevention and treatment in the critical care setting. Trials emphasizing early mobilization suggest that this nonpharmacologic approach is associated with improved outcome as well as â??â??delirium days.â??â?? Titration and reduction of opiate analgesics and sedatives may improve subsyndromal delirium rates. All critical care caregivers should rigorously screen for alcohol abuse, apply alcohol withdrawal scales in alcoholic patients, and titrate sedative drugs. No nonpharmacologic ap (More)
Racial and ethnic variations in substance-related disorders among adolescents
Substance use is widespread among adolescents in the United States, particularly among those of Native American, white, Hispanic and multiple race/ethnicity, and these groups are also disproportionally affected by substance-related disorders, according to a new report. (More)
-The Scott, Bel-Air- joins -The Scott, Hawaii- Recently Featured in Newsweek Magazine as one of the Top 15 Addiction Treatment Centers
-The Scott, Bel-Air- A World Class Luxury Rehab Retreat for those Addicted to Drugs and Alcohol, Opens in Exclusive Section of Los Angeles off Mulholland Drive. During September’s -National Recovery Month- -The Scott, Bel-Air- joins -The Scott, Hawaii- Recently Featured in Newsweek Magazine as one of the Top 15 Addiction Treatment Centers in the U.S. (More)
2StopSmokingTips.com Advocates a Reprogramming of the Mind for Stop Smoking Success through New Blog
2stopsmokingtips.com advocates a refreshingly new approach to stop smoking
by the reprogramming of the mind.It emphasizes the use of the
human will and determination as the best stop smoking treatment. (More)
Addiction Recovery Articles
Addiction Recovery, The Best Kept Secret
The American Medical Association made the decision to classify behavioral health diagnoses diseases and long before that groups of people were seeking refuge from what they knew had to be more than a choice. So, what is the reason are we still in hiding? Why do people who are in recovery or people educated to treat those with behavioral health diagnoses remain silent? What is causing us to allow the discrimination and stigma to go on? (More)
Effects of smoking, Educating, yourself, on how,to,quit, smoking, now,
Effects of smoking,while pregnant,can, lead, to so many, health,medical,problems,beyond, repair, Educating, yourself, on how,to,quit, smoking, now,is vital, to your own, well, being, and your, loved, ones, Other, side effects, of smoking, include, cataracts, reduced,fertility, a … (More)
What Is A Medically Assisted Detoxification Center?
What is a social model medically assisted detoxification center? They should not only give you some of the tools you need but also support and resources to use to continue with your sobriety. Also to provide confidentiality, comfort, understanding, and some direction on what would be your next best step after detox which is called the exit plan, counseling with a certified addictions counselor, transportation to various groups and meditation sessions where you would be required to find someone at the meetings that you can relate to that can act as your sponsor who can discuss what has worked f (More)
To inform You find out how to safeguard Account information in addition to Spam Bots Wow Gold website
To inform You find out how to safeguard Account information in addition to Spam Bots Wow Gold website If you are entire world of warcraft participant RH50jQOI , you must have experienced acquired really many … (More)
Locate a Drug or Alcohol Education Class Program Online
Not everyone who is required to take alcohol awareness classes do it because they need to satisfy their parents wishes of early prevention. Many adolescence and adults out there go through alcohol awareness classes because … (More)
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