The Holistic Sanctuary Aims to Astound the International Medical Community …
The Holistic Sanctuary Aims to Astound the International Medical Community …
… drug detox treatments. They have been able to achieve a remarkable track record of success with even the most potent of addictive drugs, such as: Heroin, Alcohol, Opiates, Suboxone, Oxycontin, Methadone, Cocaine, Speed and others. … The goal of …
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Smartphone App Can Help Alcoholics Stay Sober
A new app aims to prevent alcoholics and drug addicts from relapsing, and researchers say it actually helps. The A-CHESS app features audio relaxation, communication with support groups, and even sends an … featuring a variety of options for trying …
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Acid Attacks: A Horrific Crime on the Increase Worldwide
Acid attacks: a horrific crime on the increase worldwide
NHS statistics recorded 105 hospital admissions for “assault by corrosive substance” in 2011-2012, but this category covers not only acid. That contrasts with 44 admissions in … Last year I visited the Acid Survivors Foundation (ASF) in Islamabad …
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ABF's hosts fundraiser at Rivonia Barnyard
Amongst its many contributions, the ABF , in conjunction with Lifeline have a dedicated 24/7 call centre line for people in the Advertising, Media and related industries who need counselling or treatment for stress, HIV/AIDS and substance abuse problems.
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IG: Vet Overdosed While in VA Rehab Center
IG: Vet overdosed while in VA rehab center
A veteran of the war in Afghanistan died of a heroin and cocaine overdose last year while receiving treatment at a Miami Veterans Affairs residential treatment facility, according to a VA inspector general report released Friday. The veteran, who was …
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Today's letters: The future of the sex trade
Prostitutes are often victims of childhood sexual abuse who turn to alcohol and drugs to dull their pain. Increased efforts should be directed toward rescuing women caught in this dangerous cycle, such as offering housing, treatment and rehabilitation …
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DARA Addiction Rehabilitation Center Pairs Up With Mahidol University Program
DARA Addiction Rehabilitation Center Pairs Up With Mahidol University Program
BANGKOK, THAILAND, April 1, 2014 /PRNewswire-iReach/ — In an agreement that CEO Darren Lockie has described as a "win-win," DARA, a Thailand-based addiction treatment and rehabilitation center, has joined forces with Mahidol University's ASEAN …
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"Payuu-ta'" – Sgro Address Focuses on Potential for Partnerships Between …
CNMI—-About two years ago, I followed news about the significant problems the Common Wealth Health Center was experiencing. I flew to Saipan, met the …. Guam is significantly underserved for the treatment of drug and alcohol addiction. Model …
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Why 'Substance Abuse' Is a Label We Should All Reject
Why 'Substance Abuse' Is a Label We Should All Reject
However, they make a difference in how issues are framed and therefore what solutions are proposed. Frame addiction as “substance abuse” and it is easy to see why it should be a crime, but call it “substance use disorder” and it sounds like something …
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My mother, the drug addict
When she came clean to me that night about her drug abuse, she didn't apologize or show any sorrow over her vicious mood swings, of which I was the sole witness and scapegoat. Instead, she disavowed the junkie she was as though it were a separate …
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Long Wait for Drug Rehab Program
Long wait for drug rehab program
THE waiting list for an offender drug rehab program has blown out to more than 12 months in the North. The court-mandated drug diversion program is available to offenders who break the law primarily because of a drug addiction.
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Bay Area Recovery Announce New Drug Rehab Services
Bay Area Recovery is happy to announce that new services will be offered for their always evolving rehabilitation centers in the Houston area. Since 1992, Bay Area Recovery Center has helped save and improve the lives of substance abusers in the area, …
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