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The Road to Recovery

The Road to Recovery

Filed under: drug abuse articles

In keeping with a state-wide trend of establishing specialty courts, Rockdale's Adult Drug Court is aiming to keep offenders with drug abuse and addiction problems out of prison by providing structure and support to lead to rehabilitation. Since …
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In Texas, at What Point During a Pregnancy Does the Doctor Perform the Mandatory Drug Test?

Question by hvnlyblnde: In Texas, at what point during a pregnancy does the doctor perform the mandatory drug test?
I quit smoking weed when I found out I was pregnant, but I know drug tests are mandatory here and a failure is required to be reported to CPS, who… Continue reading

What Are the Differences Between Drug Abuse and Drug Misuse?

Question by SweetAngel: What are the differences between drug abuse and drug misuse?
My opinion is that drug abuse is taking prescribed medication constantly, being addicted to the medication. Drug misuse i think is having prescribed medication and taking in ways that your not supposed to and taking more… Continue reading

Local Legislators Support Welfare Drug Testing Bill

Local legislators support welfare drug testing bill

Filed under: drug addiction treatment programs

McMillin's bill is tougher, requiring all TANF recipients complete a written or electronic test screening for potential drug abuse. Those suspected of drug abuse are randomly chosen for drug testing. Those who fail must enroll in a… Continue reading

How Will I Find Rehab Centers in Eliot, Maine Where I Can Learn More About Dual Disorder?

Question by adreanna zz: How will I find rehab centers in Eliot, Maine where I can learn more about dual disorder?
Our teacher asked us to discuss topics and issues about drug addiction and treatment. The topic given to me is dual disorder. As much as possible, he wants… Continue reading

What Are the Negative Consequences of Drug Use and Abuse?

Question by jjthenerd: What are the negative consequences of drug use and abuse?
I also need the contacts to various support groups and community services that can help with quitting addiction, for example Kids Help Line (the contacts of which I also need). Please include suggestions for making decisions… Continue reading