Category Archives: Young Adult Addiction

The young adult addiction category consists of posts about recovery methods as they relate to young adults.

Gatehouse Academy trains next generation of dual diagnosis clinicians

Check out the press release from PR web titled: GateHouse Academy Trains Next Generation of Dual Diagnosis Clincians and Drug Rehab Specialists The press release takes a look at how Gatehouse Academy trains graduate level students in community based treatment … Continue reading

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Prescription drug abuse ravages a state’s youth

According to an article from MSNBC.com, the effects of prescription drug abuse in the United States are becoming more apparent every day. Here’s a quote from the article: “The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration says nearly 7 million Americans currently abuse … Continue reading

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Prescription drug abuse ravages a state's youth

According to an article from MSNBC.com, the effects of prescription drug abuse in the United States are becoming more apparent every day. Here’s a quote from the article: “The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration says nearly 7 million Americans currently abuse … Continue reading

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New report breaks down substance abuse by state

According to a new report from the Office of Applied Studies that provided state by state analysis found that there are a wide range of types of drug and alcohol use, but that of course, every state has its varying … Continue reading

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Teenage substance abuse down, in Iowa at least

It is about time there was a little positive news about teenage drug and substance abuse.  According to an article on EmaxHealth and the 2008 Iowa Youth Survey, fewer teenagers are reporting alcohol and marijuana use. The survey was taken … Continue reading

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Young Americans abusing over the counter cough medicine.

More than ever, young Americans are misusing over-the-counter cough and cold medicines. Once seen as just harmless drugs to get rid of the sniffles, young Americans are now using them to get high. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental … Continue reading

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More teens are abusing prescription drugs

Although there has been a slight decline in illicit drug use according to the 2007 Substance Abuse and Mental Health services Administration study,  there is a troubling new trend among teens. More are abusing prescription medications because it is readily … Continue reading

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Are Parents Scared To Talk To Their Teens About Drugs?

Many parents are concerned that they cannot provide the right kind of support to prevent their teen from using drugs. Even though the teenage years are the time when counsel and guidance is most necessary, some adults start to lose … Continue reading

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Residential Care Noted As Indicator of High-Quality Rehab Services

Addicted teens aren’t getting the help they need and the reason may be due to a lack of services designed specifically for adolescents, reports a recent article on Forbes.com. According to a study published in the Journal of Substance Abuse … Continue reading

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Teenage Drug Abuse Statistics Show Decline in Overall Drug Use

The United Nations International Narcotics Control Board reportedly announced that overall teen drug abuse in the U.S. has decreased by 24 percent since 2001. Unfortunately, the U.N. also reported that more people are abusing prescription drugs than before. Highlights of … Continue reading

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