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Va Gets Grant to Participate in National Governors Association Prescription

Va gets grant to participate in National Governors Association prescription

Filed under: prescription drug abuse help

Officials say the grant comes at a time when prescription drug abuse is the fastest-growing drug problem, especially among teenagers. The program helps states develop and implement comprehensive strategies to reduce prescription drug… Continue reading

My Cousin Is in Fort Payne, Alabama. How Will I Find Drug Rehabs There?

Question by bibiana lp: My cousin is in Fort Payne, Alabama. How will I find drug rehabs there?
I’m far away, but I really want to help. It would be nice to get assistance regarding this.

Best answer:

Answer by ashlie d
You can call this number: 800-559-9503. It’s… Continue reading

Teen Prescription Drug Abuse: How It Begins

Teen prescription drug abuse: how it begins

Filed under: prescription drug abuse

During October and November, the Healthy Kids blog examines the epidemic of teen prescription drug abuse through stories of teens and young adults in recovery, their parents and treatment experts. You'll get a first-hand look at a… Continue reading

Alcohol, Drug Abuse Cost Alaska's Economy $1.2 B in 2010

Alcohol, drug abuse cost Alaska's economy .2 B in 2010

Filed under: drug addiction help for families

“This report puts the devastating impact of substance abuse on our state into concrete terms,” said Kate Burkhart, executive director of the Alaska Mental Health Board and Advisory Board on Alcoholism and Drug… Continue reading

NY State Divorce…Should I Get a Lawyer?

Question by katykat0171: NY State Divorce…Should I get a lawyer?
My husband for 6 1/2 years wants a divorce because I relapsed on drugs 2 months ago. I went to treatment and am now back in NY with over 60 days clean and will continue to not use drugs.… Continue reading

Does It Make More Sense to Put CHEMICALLY ADDICTED People in PRISON for POSSESSION or in REHAB?

Question by Bush is not conservative: Does it make more sense to put CHEMICALLY ADDICTED people in PRISON for POSSESSION or in REHAB?
Addiction is an illness. Narcotics abuse is an illness. Logically, the purchasing, possession and abuse of a drug by an addict is as much of a… Continue reading