mental health

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 →

What Is the Drug Addiction Treatment Act?

Question by laurafisher72: What is the drug addiction treatment act?

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Answer by The Hump
most signifcantly, it extends the privilege of drug treatment records beyond that of other medical/mental health records. it makes it almost impossible to discover these records unless you have waiver or a court… Continue reading →

Substance Abuse Treatment Question From a Nonabuser?

Question by fpm: substance abuse treatment question from a nonabuser?
I’m considering a career in substance abuse education, treatment, and prevention. I have just recently seen an episode on meth addicts and it basically painted a bleak picture for them. Some that are recovering or “rehabilitated” still fight the… Continue reading →

What Neurotransmitters Are Linked With Substance Abuse Disorder?

Question by M: What neurotransmitters are linked with substance abuse disorder?
I’m having trouble finding anything on JUST substance abuse disorder and the neurotransmitters linked with it alone. Can you help me out?

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Answer by J G
Edit…..
Dopamine….just checked out my neuroscience text book. Dopamine is… Continue reading →

Which College Courses Do I Have to Take to Become a Clinical Consultant for Substance Abuse Treatment?

Question by Crissy1986: Which college courses do I have to take to become a clinical consultant for substance abuse treatment?
It might seem stupid but I am looking for a career in this field.
I don’t know if I have to take psychology, nursing or other.
I would like… Continue reading →

How Am I Going to Find Substance Abuse Treatment Centers in Tahoka, Texas?

Question by destiny s: How am I going to find substance abuse treatment centers in Tahoka, Texas?
One of my close friends abuses oxycontin. I would like to find a treatment center that will be able to handle cases like his. He has admitted to me that he’s addicted… Continue reading →