An article released today by Science Daily summarizes the results of a recent study on mice with implications toward addiction. Science Daily quoted the following findings: “A single injection of cocaine or methamphetamine in mice caused their brains to put … Continue reading
Some wonder, how you could screw it up all over again after you were given another shot. Teen mom, Amber Portwood has achieved that by failing a required drug test. She now faces a 5 year sentence that she avoided … Continue reading
21 year old Rachel Connor was driving late this morning with retired well-known NFL star Eddie George when cops pulled her vehicle over and arrested her for DUI. For now, they are unsure what this mishap will do to her … Continue reading
In a recent story it was revealed that many veterans suffering from PTSD are being prescribed prescription painkillers with a high addiction potential. This group already has a higher potential for addiction and so this is leading to various problems … Continue reading
Reality TV shows star and My Space icon, Tila Tequila, agreed to enter rehab for substance abuse in addition to seeking rehab for psychological issues. Tila Tequila’s manager told reporters that she has agreed to go to dual diagnosis treatment … Continue reading
A new documentary on MTV with a more serious side than the usual fare, takes a look at the life of a young woman who has completed inpatient drug treatment and is now facing “life on life’s terms” while trying … Continue reading
This past Saturday night, Lindsey Lohan hosted Saturday Night Live and was very well received, earning high ratings for the event and outpacing other notable people who have hosted the show in the past. There was also a seemingly auspicious … Continue reading
The family members of addicted people sustain protracted trauma over the course of years. This needs to be addressed to build total family recovery. ShareThis Email PDF Print “Most families have some form of PTSD. A parent who found their … Continue reading
UCLA Basketball Program under scrutiny for allowing Drug and Alcohol use Sports Illustrated has reported that current UCLA basketball coach Ben Howland has let players slip through the cracks on rules and it was even reported that drugs and alcohol … Continue reading
Veronica Jeffus M.Ed. LASAC Veronica Jeffus, M.Ed., LASAC, received her Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from the Pennsylvania State University. In the beginning of her career, Veronica held a number of progressively responsible positions in Administration and Marketing within the … Continue reading
