social work

What Do I Have to Do to Become a Substance Abuse Counselor?

Question by Autumn: What do i have to do to become a substance abuse counselor?
[rewrite]i am very interested in become a substance abuse counselor. Like Dr. Drew, i want to help people with their addictions. I live in Texas. what kind of classes would i have to take in collge? how long would i have to be in college? I am planning on taking psychology next year if that helps anything!
thanks! (:
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Interested in Becoming a Drug Abuse Counselor?

Question by SophiesMom: Interested in becoming a drug abuse counselor?
[rewrite]I’ve been really interested for a long time in getting involved with drug abuse counseling. I live in Ohio. I have a BA but in a completely unrelated field (Art History). I can’t even seem to find a volunteer opportunity. I’m wondering if anyone knows where I can start or what organizations I could contact in Ohio or more specifically, in the Columbus region. Thanks for any suggestions!
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Answer by jannsody
For general career information: http://www.bls.gov/oco and can search ‘counselors’, ‘social workers’ or such.

As More Students Face Mental Health Issues, MSU Strengthens Support

As more students face mental health issues, MSU strengthens support
[rewrite]About 24 percent of MSU's counseling clients take psychotropic medications, including anti-depressants and anti-anxiety drugs, Donahoe said. In the last four or five years, he said, there … A poster outside the counseling center's door tells visitors …[/rewrite]
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LA Social Workers Strike For The First Time In Over A Decade
[rewrite]The county Department of Children and Family Services — understaffed even before the walkout — scrambled to have managers with field experience respond to emergency calls about abused and neglected children, and is seeking help from other agencies …[/rewrite]
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Alcohol and Substance Abuse Treatment Arlington, VA – (888) 491 – 5620

Alcohol and Substance Abuse Treatment Arlington, VA – (888) 491 – 5620 — (888) 491 – 5620 – CALL 24/7 Alcohol and Substance Abuse Treatment Arlington, VA.


Homeless heroes: Veterans get lost in bureaucracy when they leave armed
[rewrite]“In the Long Beach area, there are 164 on the streets. Reaching them with services is difficult,” said Fermin Servin, VA Long Beach Healthcare Systems homeless outreach social worker. “Some of the issues like substance abuse and mental health issues …[/rewrite]
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Drug Rehab Fontana CA

Drug Rehab Fontana CA — http://drugrehabfontanaca.com – Additionally, our excellent team of doctors, nurses, counselors and social workers are known for friendly yet professional ou…


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Cameron Calls Facebook 'irresponsible' for Lifting Ban on Beheading Videos

Cameron calls Facebook 'irresponsible' for lifting ban on beheading videos

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The US-based website's terms and conditions page, however, still denounces "photos or videos that glorify violence," and says that posts containing nudity, drug use, or other graphic content are prohibited. More than a billion people use Facebook every …
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NIDA's drug abuse information for teens goes mobile

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