alcohol abuse

Alcohol Abuse Linked With Poor Adherence in HIV/AIDS Patients

Alcohol Abuse Linked with Poor Adherence in HIV/AIDS Patients
Among drug users, 35% were hazardous drinkers, compared with just 25.9% of those who did not use drugs. Approximately 22% of drug users engaged in binge drinking, and 25.9% reported poor adherence to antiretroviral therapy. Overall, patients who had …
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Teen Drug and Alcohol Abuse Essay?

Question by Brooke: Teen drug and alcohol abuse essay?
I have to do a problem/solution essay for school and I’ve decided it’s going to be on teen drug & alcohol abuse- And I need help. I can’t figure out three solutions to the problem. Any ideas?

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Does Anyone Know of Free Drug Rehab Programs?

free drug abuse treatment
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Question by i love my son: does anyone know of free drug rehab programs?

My family member is a 24 year old female who lives in Washington state. She is addicted to meth,

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Answer by Phil
In my state, free or near-free rehab programs are funded… Continue reading

What Is the Avg Pay Rate in NY for Drug/alcohol Abuse Counselors?

Question by Voyageur: What is the avg pay rate in NY for drug/alcohol abuse counselors?

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Those jobs are usually looking for degreed people, a masters in social work , psychology and the like. The pay scales are based on several things, the type of place… Continue reading

Bill Would Add Millions for Substance Abuse Programs

Bill would add millions for substance abuse programs
“I think all of us have had issues with someone struggling with alcohol abuse or substance abuse,” he said. “So I wanted to see if we couldn't give more money (for substance abuse treatment and prevention programs) without dipping into another account.”… Continue reading

The Crucifixion of Matthew Shepard

The Crucifixion of Matthew Shepard
His killers, Aaron McKinney and Russell Henderson, products of a grim world of drugs, alcohol, broken homes, and twisted dreams, have been charged with first-degree murder. And the town of … Then she says there's something else, a new problem. 'They …
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Bill De Blasio Daughter Reveals Drug, Alcohol Abuse

Bill de Blasio daughter reveals drug, alcohol abuse
The turning point for her, Chiara says, was when her therapist referred her to an outpatient treatment center in New York City where she could work in group therapy sessions with other patients her age. She credits her parents and that… Continue reading

Gingrich's Ideas for the Economy

Gingrich's ideas for the economy
Then you may change the momentum in people, at the same time you may cause more people to find that "pursuit of happiness." Who knows this pursuit may also greatly reduce drug/alcohol abuse, family breakups and other social ills at the same time.
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DeBlasio’s Daughter Admits Depression and Drug Addiction – the Jewish Voice

DeBlasio’s Daughter Admits Depression and Drug Addiction – The Jewish Voice

DeBlasio's Daughter Admits Depression and Drug Addiction
The Jewish Voice
Chiara de Blasio speaks in her five-minute YouTube video about depression and drugs. Chiara de Blasio, the 19-year-old daughter of Mayor-elect Bill de Blasio, disclosed a history of… Continue reading

Police Tell Tales to Deter Binge Drinking

Police Tell Tales to Deter Binge Drinking
“I arrested an alien once,” says Lieutenant Mike Hernandez. “I got a call about a guy that said he was an alien and his parents were parbos…It's a disease that kills dogs,” Hernandez says, … Drinking is a problem around the holidays, even… Continue reading