substance abuse

Porter County Substance Abuse Council Takes Over Hookah Lounge

...  County Substance Abuse Council takes over Hookah Lounge VALPARAISO | For this week's ironic moment, the Porter County Substance Abuse Council is taking over the building that was previously The Hookah Lounge. Beatrice Owen, director of the council, laid out the plans Tuesday in front of the city's site … Read more on nwitimes.com Are these the worst and best band splits ever? Pete Doherty's struggle with drug addiction caused endless problems for them, and he ended up in prison after burgling co-frontman Carl Barât's flat. The band have reformed several times since breaking up, and Doherty ...

Nightlife

Nightlife No, alcohol isn't allowed on or near the rink, which is actually best for all involved, but you can purchase warming beverages at the Pavilion Cafe. Ice Palace public skating late hours: Wed-Thu, 7 pm-8:30 pm; Fri-Sat and nights before holidays, 7-10 … Read more on Pacific Northwest Inlander Treatment center hosts first alumni reunion The Oxford Centre, a treatment center for drug and alcohol addiction based in northeastern Lafayette County, recently hosted its first alumni reunion. The Nov. … The Oxford Centre's residential campus is located on 110 acres between Oxford and New … Read more on Oxford Eagle Read more... ...

California Drug Rehab Center: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Not the Destination but the Path

Many a times it happens that children especially in their youth or in their teenage get astray and get prey to such bad habits that are not mendable by the common man at all. These habits are so very dangerous and above being cured that they can cause alarming changes in human being and at the same time they can cause a huge threat to the human life in totality. They are the ones that are responsible for the easy death of so many people nowadays and they are the ones that can never be given a priority over any other thing. Drugs and Alcohol are one of such nuisances that endanger the human life to a great deal. They not only cause a problem to the human beings who are addicted to them but at the same time they are also causing a problem to the surroundings in which they are being used. Drugs and Alcohol can have huge and dangerous consequences if their intake is not taken proper care of. Their excessive intake can cause various problems in the liver and the kidneys of a human being. T ...

Parents Must Be Vigilant While Navigating Labyrinth of Social Media Apps

...  while navigating labyrinth of social media apps … … clinical director at several residential and outpatient treatment facilities. He is a prevention specialist at Addiction Medicine Services in Pittsburgh, where he also works closely with several schools in Allegheny County for their Student … Read more on Timesonline.com Letter: Court program helps battle addictions Sobriety/Drug Court is an intensive program designed to identify and assist those defendants identifying with substance abuse using testing, treatment, incentives and penalties. … I look forward to continuing to assist people beat drug and alcohol … Read more on The Detroit News Read ...

The Stunning Paradox of Iran's War on Drugs: How It Actually Makes America

...  stunning paradox of Iran's war on drugs: How it actually makes America … Situated between Afghanistan's extensive poppy fields and eager Western markets, Iran has an extensive history of domestic opium, alcohol, tobacco and cannabis use dating back centuries. In recent decades, heroin has become more popular. Most recently … Read more on Salon Substance abuse, lack of treatment a top Mat-Su health concern Dr. Melissa Kemberling, director of programs at the Health Foundation, and a trained epidemiologist, says the role of alcohol abuse should not be overlooked in heroin addiction. “Alcohol is the drug that wreaks the most havoc in our community. And we … Read more on Alaska Public Radio Network Read ...

Focus of Probation Shifts From Punishment to Rehabilitation for Non-Violent

...  of probation shifts from punishment to rehabilitation for non-violent … Brudos went through all the state-funded options for those struggling with addiction — he did an Intensive Outpatient Program, a Court Residential Treatment Center (CRTC) and finally a Substance Abuse Felony Punishment Program (SAFP), which is the … Read more on Midland Reporter-Telegram Lawsuit challenged Coordinated Health's facility fees He had the same outpatient treatment procedure performed previously by another podiatrist at a cost of less than $ 150 for the visit and injection, according to the lawsuit. The lawsuit lays out a similar scenario for McFadden, whose out-of-pocket costs … Read more on Allentown Morning Call Read ...

Forum Focuses on Dangers of Underage Drinking

...  focuses on dangers of underage drinking “Alcohol is the second major problem on Cape Cod,” said Grundman, noting that heroin and opioid abuse is the number one issue facing the region. Teens who use alcohol increase their risk of addiction by 90 percent, she said. “This is an issue we need … Read more on Cape Cod Times (subscription) How to help your child say 'no' to drugs, alcohol With prescription drugs, marijuana and alcohol readily available, substance abuse is a growing problem among Arizona's youth. Parents should educate themselves as to what drugs are available so they are aware of what the children are exposed to, Moak … Read more on Arizona Daily Star Read ...