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
Dual diagnosis treatment is being treated for an addiction and a mental illness at the same time. These are referred to as co-occurring disorders, meaning an addiction and a mental illness. Traditional addiction treatment can be quite confrontational, whereas traditional … Continue reading
According to an article from British website http://www.guardian.co.uk, the British government wants to give compulsory treatment of benefit claimants addicted to drugs. Problem is that everyone else seems to think that’s pretty much impossible. British Liberal Democrats think the plan … Continue reading
An article appeared in Time Magazine on May 29, 2009 entitled: “Do DIY Anti-overdose kits help?” The article focused on one rehab center called Chicago Alliance that is giving kits to drug users in exchange for needles at trade in … Continue reading
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
According to an article from Army Times, the Army news source, the Army has started to take notice of the rampant use of drugs and alcohol in the ranks. The article attributes this largely to commanders who are failing to … Continue reading
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
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
Results from the 2007 National Survey on Drug Use and Health: National Findings indicate that kids who use cigarettes are more inclined to use illicit drugs. It also shows an asociation to alcohol as there is an indication that for … Continue reading
Over 1 out of 10 children under the age of 18 years of age live with at least one parent who was dependent on or abused alcohol or an illicit drug during the past year, according to a report by … Continue reading
