Addiction Recovery Newsletter (12/25/2008)
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Welcome to the Addiction Recovery Newsletter (12/25/2008). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: RecoveryHelper.org.
Addiction Recovery News
A Christmas to cherish: Mother recovers from addiction, reunites with kids (The Gainesville Times)
Today will be a special Christmas for Candy Hicks and her three boys. For the first time in her life, the 24-year-old Flowery Branch woman will spend a morning unwrapping presents with her children, ages 2, 4 and 7, as a clear-thinking, clean-and-sober mom. (More)
$6 million study will seek to break cycle of chemical dependence and incarceration
After serving time, prisoners battling heroin addiction, mental illness and HIV face many challenges as they re-enter society. As part of an effort to make this transition easier on both the prisoner and the community, researchers at the Yale University AIDS Program will study HIV prevention and drug treatment in soon-to-be released prisoners in Connecticut and Malaysia with funding from federal grants totaling $6.4 million. (Source: Psychology / Psychiatry News From Medical News Today) (More)
The evidence gap: drug rehabilitation or revolving door?
In the costly world of addiction treatment, states are demanding programs show results. The jury is still out. (Source: NYT > Health) (More)
Pat Moore Foundation offers special pricing for alcohol detox and drug detox over the holidays
The stressful holiday season can bring temptation, Pat Moore Foundation is here to help. (More)
Addiction Recovery Videos
Drug Addiction Recovery Video – Meth, Methamphetamine
A Brighton Hospital patient describes the trials and tribulations of her meth (methamphetamine) addiction and her ultimate recovery. Brighton Hospital is the second-oldest alcohol and chemical dependency treatment provider in the country and the first to be licensed in Michigan. A national leader in addiction treatment that began in the early 1950s.
Addiction Recovery Articles
How to Quit Drinking Alcohol
In many places, drinking is necessary. If you don’t drink, others will treat you as a stranger. But if you drink too much and too often, you will get the bad habit of drinking and even become as alcohol abuse. Once you find that you have dropped into the bad habit, stopping drinking should be executed immediately. Here, we will give you some advice to help you stop drinking easier. (More)
Can You Treat Drug Addiction With Different Drugs?
If you are concerned if a loved one may be abusing any kind of drug – whether a narcotic or a prescription medication – it is important to act quickly by seeking the assistance of a rehabilitation professional. Before the problem can be treated, whether through medication or counseling, it is necessary to confirm the abuse and take the next step of supporting your loved one through a proven, safe detoxification. Never assume that a drug is the magical answer to any kind of problem, especially for an existing case of narcotic or alcohol abuse. (More)
What Benefits are There To Giving Up Pot?
The benefits of giving up pot can be listed point form from a huge variety of perks that can help you in your daily life and long term but one question people who are looking for benefits of quitting … (More)
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