Could Philip Seymour Hoffman's Death Finally Change the Conversation About …
Could Philip Seymour Hoffman's Death Finally Change the Conversation About …
Families resist seeking help for the same reasons as they get told to detach, distance and use tough love, all of which are counter intuitive to the concern and hopefulness they feel for their loved one. In the end,… Continue reading
What’s the Best Drug Rehab for Methamphetamine Addiction in Bronx, New York?
Question by ABRIL B: What’s the best drug rehab for methamphetamine addiction in Bronx, New York?
My boyfriend needs help very bad. He’s hooked on methamphetamine and its already affecting our relationship and his job too. I am afraid that something bad might happen to him. What’s… Continue reading
The Grip of Addiction Impacts the Whole Family
The grip of addiction impacts the whole family
SALT LAKE CITY — Substance abuse experts said the number of people seeking treatment for heroin addiction in Utah has been growing for seven years, an indication of the continued struggle facing families and the ones they are trying to help. The… Continue reading
In War Against Prescription Drug Abuse, a Bright Spot Is Seen
In War Against Prescription Drug Abuse, a Bright Spot is Seen
Millions of people across the country have struggled with addictions to prescription drugs, and there are many resources available to individuals who want help. Image courtesy NYS Health Department. With everyone from federal health officials to Queens …
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When 'Saving Money' Gets Expensive
When 'saving money' gets expensive
This plan, the governor argued, would save taxpayer dollars by eliminating funds from these programs being spent on drugs and simultaneously making sure poor children would not grow up in homes with drug users. … According to a report commissioned by …
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New Helpline Offers Hope for Drug and Alcohol Addicts
New Helpline Offers Hope for Drug and Alcohol Addicts
Unfortunately, many people in Marysville, OH struggle to overcome their substance abuse and addiction every day. Many of these people are teenagers who do not know where to turn for help when they want to end their alcohol and drug use… Continue reading
I Need a Good Online Drug Addiction Support Group, Can Someone Please Help Me Out?
Question by homeskillet: i need a good online drug addiction support group, can someone please help me out?
im still very young to be lookin this up but i have to quit what im doing for my senior year next year and i need an online support group… Continue reading
Needle Exchanges Help Fight Disease
Needle exchanges help fight disease
We also know, as cited in the National HIV/AIDS Strategy, that providing sterilized equipment to injection-drug users substantially reduces the risk of HIV infection, increases the probability that they will initiate drug treatment and does not …
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How to Stop a Drug Addiction?
Question by v3v2mvp: how to stop a drug addiction?
liek its not me but lie ksomeone i knwo and like care about very much has one and liek she/ he doesnt want help form liek a mentaly ill place wiht crazy peokle ( no offence to them)… Continue reading
How Do I Tell My Parents About My Drug Addiction?
Question by Rosie: How do I tell my parents about my drug addiction?
My name is Rosie, I’m 19 and I’m completely addicted to Heroin.
I had a decent upbringing and I am well educated. I’m currently a Social Work major at NYU. It was my decision to… Continue reading