substance abuse

What Draws the Line Between Recreational Drug Use and Addiction?

Question by Bobby: What draws the line between recreational drug use and addiction?
I’m no stranger to recreational use of drugs, I have tried many myself at one point or another and am surrounded by people who smoke pot every day for the most part and experiment with… Continue reading

Drug Addiction……..?

Question by matt b: Drug Addiction……..?
About two years ago I had back sugery. Long story short I have been addicted to pain killers since then. As soon as my doctor cut me off, i went straight to the streets. Its been ruining my life, and i’m… Continue reading

Drug Use Help for My Daughter?

Question by Helpinglife: Drug use help for my daughter?
My oldest daughter (17) has been trying to experiment with drugs for the past few months. I’ve noticed when she is home alone certain inhalant objects seem to disappear into her room (hair spray- nail polish- white out- sharpies)… Continue reading

Drug, Alcohol Addiction?

Question by Jasmine: Drug, alcohol addiction?
1st person drug addiction article

I need one from online and I can’t find any good ones?

do u guys know any?

thanks =]

Best answer:

Answer by Lisa-Kirsty
The link below has a short article about a guy who has overcame… Continue reading

Does Anyone Know of Free Drug Rehab Programs?

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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,

Best answer:

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

How Much Does a Drug Rehab Usually Cost?

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by Esthr

Question by yayaquack: How much does a drug rehab usually cost?
Just curious. Anybody ever gone to a rehab before? Does it work?

Best answer:

Answer by SA16
It is often free through government subsidized programs. There are private rehabs, however, that you must pay for. It also… Continue reading

UVa Doctors Working With Siberian Researchers to Contain Drug-Resistant TB

UVa doctors working with Siberian researchers to contain drug-resistant TB
Heysell and Houpt have received a $ 340,000 grant from the National Institute for Allergy and Infectious Diseases for a two-year study looking for ways to more effectively diagnose and treat drug-resistant tuberculosis. They will spend much of their… Continue reading

Philip Seymour Hoffman Dies at 46; Oscar-Winning Actor

Philip Seymour Hoffman dies at 46; Oscar-winning actor
The work brought him four Academy Award nominations, three Tony nominations and an Emmy nod, not to mention critics association accolades. "He gave … He publicly acknowledged that he had undergone treatment for substance abuse problems.
Read more on Los Angeles Times… Continue reading

Being a Light Weight When Smoking Weed Good Thing or Bad Thing?

Question by Jay: being a light weight when smoking weed good thing or bad thing?
Is being a light weight when smoking weed a good thing or bad thing because i know it can be a good thing because you don’t need much weed to get you high… Continue reading

SALINE: First Meeting for Drug Abuse Task Force to Be Scheduled Soon

SALINE: First meeting for drug abuse task force to be scheduled soon
Nagpal has extensive background in personal therapy and substance abuse treatment, elements that will very likely be critical to the group's work. “I'm a licensed provider of substance abuse services,” said Nagpal, “and all of our programs are… Continue reading