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Dealing With Addiction – Part I

Dealing with Addiction – Part I — Dealing with Addiction is a look into the complex world of cross-addiction, featuring the presence of problem gambling intermingled with substance abuse, and…


VA and Defense Chiefs Confront Reality of 700000 Incarcerated Veterans
[rewrite]The conference, sponsored by the Justice for Vets division of the National Association of Drug Court Professionals, focuses on veterans involved in the criminal justice system as a result of substance abuse and mental health problems. There are some …[/rewrite]
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Crossroads Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Programs for Women (Maine)

Crossroads Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Programs for Women (Maine) — Ever wonder what residential substance abuse treatment is like? This video gives you a feel for Crossroads’ gender-focused residential programs for women. Ou…


Campaign addiction
[rewrite]John Kasich's Healthy Ohio office, says the state is piloting a medication-assisted treatment program with some drug courts. Ohioans must understand, if only through the testimony of others, how hard it is to overcome an opiate addiction. The misery of …[/rewrite]
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2 E. Ind. Docs, Assistant Arrested on Drug Charges

2 E. Ind. docs, assistant arrested on drug charges
[rewrite]"Overprescribing of powerful opiate painkillers across our state has contributed in part to the epidemic of prescription drug abuse in Indiana and fueled addiction at the expense of patients' safety and health," Attorney General Greg Zoeller said in a …[/rewrite]
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Kosciusko To Begin Drug Court Program
[rewrite]In the last 20 years, one of the most dramatic developments in the movement to reduce substance abuse among the U.S. criminal justice population has been the spread of drug courts across the country. Recently, the Indiana criminal justice system has …[/rewrite]
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Is Addiction Considered a Disease in Countries Other Than the United States?

Question by : Is addiction considered a disease in countries other than the United States?
[rewrite]I’m part of the National Forensics League (Speech and Debate, not CSI), and I’m doing a debate which discusses how to treat the abuse of illegal drugs. The resolution is not limited to the US, so I want to know if it’s considered a disease in other countries. Sources would be helpful =)
I’m part of the National Forensics League (Speech and Debate, not CSI), and I’m doing a debate which discusses how to treat the abuse of illegal drugs. The resolution is not limited to the US, so I want to know if it’s considered a disease in other countries. Sources would be helpful =)

How Does a 3-5 Day Alcohol Rehab Program Work?

Question by mamaT: How does a 3-5 day alcohol rehab program work?
[rewrite]I have a family member checking into a 3-5 day rehab program to treat alcoholism and a perscription drug addiction. I have never heard of a program this short and I am uncertainof its effectivness. Will it help?
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Best answer:
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Answer by 3rd account, second ban 😛
very quickly and painfully 🙂

Answer by Reverend Al Po
There are all kinds of programs. One this short must be followed up with an intense out-patient rehab. program.

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Alcohol Recovery Is Emphasis of New Treatments at Drug Rehab Pooler

Alcohol Recovery is Emphasis of New Treatments at Drug Rehab Pooler
[rewrite]“We don't force someone into a treatment program they don't agree with,” Carlton said. “We a variety of different treatment options so people can choose the path that's right for them.” Getting help for alcohol addiction is tough at first, but the …[/rewrite]
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Miramar Treatment Center Adds 3 More Licensed Vocational Nurses to Their
[rewrite]Miramar Treatment Center is an exclusive Drug and Alcohol Rehab Center, specializing in substance abuse and dual diagnosis treatment. Lasting healing is provided in our private, luxurious residential facilities, where individualized and customized …[/rewrite]
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