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Suncoast Rehab Center Encourages "Pain Medicine Management" Trend in 2014

...  Rehab Center Encourages "Pain Medicine Management" Trend in 2014 Avoiding narcotics not only eliminates the risk of addiction, per Strickling, but also the numerous side effects of opioid abuse: sedation, dizziness, nausea or vomiting, constipation, physical dependence, tolerance, and respiratory depression. (3 … Read more on PR Newswire (press release) Managing Anxiety by Whatever Means Necessary For me, a combination of cognitive behavior therapy, medication and daily meditation are the tools that help me to cope with panic disorder. … Whatever works for you and helps you to be able to manage your anxiety and depression is what you should do. Read more on Huffington Post Read ...

When Someone Is Addicted to Something Does It Have a Chemical Mechanism?

Question by *TiGeR MoTh*: when someone is addicted to something does it have a chemical mechanism? Like when some one is addicted to drugs, does it have a chemical mechanism, or is it because that person mind got use to that?? Best answer: Answer by GattacaAmbitionThe short answer is yes. Most literature on the subject now differentiates between physical and psychological addiction. Both in a way involve chemical signaling. Read more... ...

Teenage Drug Rehab: Drug Rehab for a Teenager With a Problem

...  your teen is involved with drugs, it is easy to be in denial. It may seem temporary, and for some kids it is. However, others start to rely on drugs some, outpatient therapy can be successful. For others, an inpatient facility works best. Aside from the psychological and physical dependence that drug abuse entails, there is also the problem of doing something that is illegal. This can mean suspension or being expelled from school, problems with college or employment obstacles. Having a record gives a teen a bad start in life. Many business owners do not want to risk their company to an employee that may steal or be irresponsible about work attendance. Read ...

Vicodin Withdrawal… What to Expect?

Question by It’s me: Vicodin Withdrawal… What to expect? I have been taking vicodin, 10mg, two to three times a day for about a year. I’ve been depressed due to personal tragedy, and even though I saw a psychologist for quite some time, and tried different antidepressants, I didn’t find anything that helped much. I turned to the vicodin because it made me feel happy again. I don’t want to rely on it anymore and I plan on going “cold turkey” tomorrow. What can I expect to go through during withdrawals and how long can I expect it to last? Thanks for any advice :) Read more... ...

Neurostimulation Lowers Need for Opioids in Chronic Pain

...  Lowers Need for Opioids in Chronic Pain Long-term opioid use can lead to the need for escalating doses to bring relief, and raises the risk of physical dependence, overdose, weight gain, depression, and immune and hormone system dysfunction. … The therapy uses slender electrical leads … Read more on Science Daily (press release) Extraordinary Vessels and Emotional Healing In addition to the 12 primary Organ-related meridians in the body, there are other energy circulation channels that have been mapped out by Traditional Chinese Medicine. Probably the most significant of these … SI 3 and UB 62: For patients with ...

New Medicine Offers Hope for Some Addicts

...  medicine offers hope for some addicts Amber was drawn to this type of medication-assisted treatment because it doesn't have addictive properties, doesn't trigger physical dependence and you don't develop a tolerance to it. … Each monthly injection can cost up to $ 1,000, though many … Read more on phillyBurbs.com Prisoners neglected to death? After speaking out against the treatment of inmates, McAndrew was fired. According to its website, CMC "was founded with the exclusive mission to provide the highest quality healthcare to inmates of correctional facilities in the most cost-effective … Read more on Socialist Worker ...

Coroner Raises Concerns About Jail After Prisoner's Death

by Vietnam Plants & The USA. plants Coroner raises concerns about jail after prisoner's death At an inquest, which ended this week, coroner Andrew Tweddle said Mr Rayner died as a result of the effects of two drugs he used to tackle heroin and alcohol abuse. He recorded a verdict of misadventure in the inquest at Crook, County Durham, but … Read more on The Northern Echo Alcohol abuse costs state .8 billion At each event were people attesting to the devastating effects of alcohol abuse — people like cops, judges, and emergency room physicians. Doctor Jeff Pothof, an assistant professor of medicine at UW-Madison's School of Medicine and Public Health … Read more on Superior Telegram Read more... ...