substance abuse problems

Public Record : Chillicothe Municipal Court

...  Municipal Court Obstructing official business, drug abuse — Deshaun M. Crawley, 26, of Columbus, case dismissed without prejudice because defendant is in prison. Violation of community control sanction — Kandie S. Holsinger, 26, of 395 Big Run Road, Piketon, guilty, … Read more on Chillicothe Gazette Health Notes for June 24 Recovery Resources & Tools, 6 to 7 p.m. Thursdays, The McShin Foundation, 2300 Dumbarton Road, to help families, friends and those suffering from substance abuse problems. Details: Mike Mason, (804) 370-1159. Women's Christ-centered addiction and … Read more on Richmond Times Dispatch Read ...

Alcohol Abuse Detox: Alcohol ? Drug Detox

...  or drug detoxification is the first step to overcoming addiction and is the process of ridding the body of the toxins which have accumulated through drug or alcohol abuse. In most cases, the withdrawal stage that addicts go through when they discontinue use of their preferred substance typically begins with physical symptoms which can vary in intensity depending upon how long the substance has been used and the level of use. When those who are suffering from substance abuse problems face these symptoms alone, it is often at this stage that they revert to their former habits in order to satisfy their cravings. Without full detoxification, however, residues of the substance can remain in the system and create cravings which last for many years after the substance abuse has been stopped. Read ...

Addiction Assessment Part 1

...  Assessment Part 1 – Drug and Alcohol Addiction signs are always part of the picture. This video will help identify potential substance abuse problems in you or a loved on. For a…   Boys don't cry: young men and suicide In many cases men turn to drugs or alcohol instead of getting assistance, this is especially so with men under 25. Substance abuse tends to compound … Often by the time young men are asking for help, health professionals only see a drug or alcohol … Read more on ABC Local Read ...

Ohio Medicaid Move Hits Drug, Mental Health Help

by chuck.taylor Ohio Medicaid Move Hits Drug, Mental Health Help Rejecting the expansion of health care coverage for more low-income Ohioans will mean the loss of $ 700 million over the next two years for medical care and treatment programs for people with mental illness or substance abuse problems, the governor's … Read more on 10TV Prevention advocates: More research, mental health care needed to address … While there are health professionals readily available for those who are in a crisis, people with a mental illness but not yet at a crisis point often have a hard time getting access to treatment and care in a timely manner. Both Mundell and Wesner … Read more on The Oshkosh Northwestern Read ...

Sober House for Women Opens in Rockland

...  house for women opens in Rockland The couple decided to do something to bridge that gap and purchased a house in Rockland that now is being rented out to women who are in recovery from addiction to alcohol or other substances. Ahlstrand said she was attending a Nar-Anon meeting for … Read more on Bangor Daily News 40K SC addicts could be newly covered for care An estimated 362,000 South Carolinians suffer from substance abuse problems, according to the state Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services. The agency helps about 49,000 people yearly through in- or outpatient services, regardless of their … Read more on The Herald | HeraldOnline.com Read ...

Substance Abuse Counselor Careers Overview

...  Abuse Counselor Careers Overview – http://www.citytowninfo.com/employment/substance-abuse-counselors Interested in a career helping people overcome their substance abuse problems? Watch this v…   by USAG-Humphreys We can't blame sporting bodies for societal problems with alcohol abuse He was able to tell the Oireachtas committee about the detailed alcohol and substance abuse prevention programme in operation within the GAA nationally since 2006. It employs three people full-time and is operated in conjunction with the HSE. He was … Read more on Irish Examiner Read ...

Mental Health Help: Mental Health Benefits

...  for prescription drugs, visits to the doctor, hospital stays, surgery expenses, and the like. But your overall health also includes your mental health, so don’t overlook benefits that can help your outlook. Depending on the type of health insurance plan you have, coverage for mental health expenses may or may not be included. Review your policy with an eye for the following. What are mental health expenses? Depression, anxiety, and other mental disorders affect countless Americans. So do substance abuse problems. Treatment for these problems may include consultations with doctors, private counseling, group therapy, prescription medications, hospital stays, outpatient programs, alternative living arrangements, and other expenses. Read ...