Iran Opens First Alcohol Rehab Center
The critical prerequisite of establishing an alcohol rehabilitation center was in seeking the clerics' blessing. While alcohol consumption is forbidden in Islam, there apparently is no fatwa regarding treatment for alcohol addiction. Iranian government … Read more on Al-Monitor

Woodside: Drug rehab facility seeks home on Skyline
A proposal now under consideration by the San Mateo County Planning Commission would authorize a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center to replace the Stillheart Institute, a meditation center, at 16350 Skyline Blvd. in unincorporated Woodside. Read more on The Almanac Online

Josh Brolin Checks Into Rehab for Alcohol Abuse
Josh Brolin Checks Into Rehab for Alcohol Abuse. by Hilton Hater at November 22, 2013 9:33 am . 0. Comments · Comments 0. Following a rather eventful weekend in early November, Josh Brolin has checked into a rehab facility in Northern California. Read more on The Hollywood Gossip

Crack cocaine: How addictive is it?
It's been commonly accepted that crack is more addictive than other drugs, but addictions researchers and drug counsellors say it's hard to compare the addictiveness of specific substances because drug-taking is a highly individual experience. Is it … Read more on CBC.ca

Expert panel confronts adolescent drug, alcohol addictions during forum
Approximately 55 people gathered the evening of Nov. 18 at the Cambridge Medical Center to hear a panel of experts discuss substance abuse in young people. Karla Patrick and Nicki Klanderud of Allina's Community Engagement department, who … Read more on Isanti County News

Drug Addiction Rehab Center Coming To Port LaBelle Inn?
LABELLE, FL. — A large non-profit organization may be planning to house drug addicts and the homeless at the 47-room Port LaBelle Inn. Applications filed with Hendry County indicate Saint Matthews House of Collier county wants to change the property … Read more on Southwest Florida (blog)

Addiction Specialists Wary of New Painkiller
Published: November 15, 2013. Addiction experts protested loudly when the Food and Drug Administration approved a powerful new opioid painkiller last month, saying that it would set off a wave of abuse much as OxyContin did when it first appeared. Read more on New York Times

Question by Amberly: What can my doctor do for ambien addiction?
I want to get off of ambien and sleep aids all together, but when I try to do it myself, I get extremely sick and can’t stop shaking and vomiting. If I make an appointment with my doctor, what can he do for me? I dont feel that my problem is big enough for “rehab”, but I definitely know that I need some sort of intervention.

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Answer by Dexter Morgan
You can’t quit cold turkey. That is very bad for your body. You need to gradually reduce your intake and your body will become readjusted and no longer need it. Talk to your doctor about your desire to stop taking it, he will advise you how eventually quit. But you can’t just stop taking it all at once. Tell him the effects when you stop taking it. You need to GRADUALLY reduce your intake, most likely over a period of a month or two. I’m not a doctor but I know if you stop taking medication and try to quit cold turkey your body will react badly.

He can advise how to quit SAFELY and alternatives

Melatonin is a natural sleep aide that is non habit forming.

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Elizabeth Vargas checks out of rehab
News anchor Elizabeth Vargas has checked out of rehab after receiving treatment for alcohol addiction. ABC's 20/20 co-anchor took to Twitter to report that she is recovering and thank her fans for their support, saying, "I am so much better and taking … Read more on TheCelebrityCafe.com

Rep. Trey Radel Caught Buying Cocaine, But Enters Rehab For 'Alcoholism'
Radel plans to enter rehab to address his problem. But in a statement released Tuesday, he said he would be undergoing treatment for alcoholism, not cocaine addiction, according to USA Today. Is there an underlying public relations strategy to link … Read more on Medical Daily

Question by mysterygirl: Films about teens caught up in drugs and alcohol?
Im going to be playing a role of a teenage girl (mid-late teens) who is neglected and a bit abused (not physically or sexually or anything!) and she turns to drugs and alcohol to “help”. I already saw 13, and i think that was a really good movie, especially for something to relate to. I was wondering if anyone knew any other movies like that, not comedies though, def. dramas. but, it can be a bit of a feel good movie at times. any suggestions would be great! thanks a ton!

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Answer by The Mad Hatter
Thirteen

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Alcohol and drug use can progress into abuse and even addiction so insidiously that sometimes people do not realize that it has become a problem for them and those around them. The following self-assessment tests can help you determine whether or not … Read more on About – News & Issues

ABC News Anchor Elizabeth Vargas Enters Rehab For Alcohol Abuse
ABC News' Elizabeth Vargas is seeking help for apparent alcohol addiction. The '20/20' anchor has been missing rom her usually seat for weeks and now it is clear why. According to the New York Daily News, the 51 year-old checked herself in a rehab … Read more on Contactmusic.com

Elizabeth Vargas Leaves Rehab After Treatment for Alcohol Abuse
Elizabeth Vargas, 51, has left rehab after treatment for alcohol abuse. The co-anchor for the ABC news series “20/20” with David Muir had entered rehab in October, but it wasn't until earlier this month, after viewers began noticing her absence from … Read more on Guardian Express

Anaheim Alcohol Rehab Tackles Issue of Underage Drinking, Launches New …
… CA (PRWEB) November 18, 2013. An Anaheim alcohol rehab understands the major issue of underage drinking and is announcing that a program focused toward helping cure adolescent alcoholism is now available at Alcohol Addiction Treatment Centers. Read more on PR Web (press release)

Olivia Newton-John's Daughter Exits Rehab For Cocaine And Alcohol Addiction …
Olivia Newton John's Daughter, Chloe Lattanzi, has just recently finished rehab for addiction to cocaine, vodka and antidepressant pills along with anorexia and eating disorders. "Fame totally messes you up," the 27-year-old said. "I don't blame my … Read more on iDesignTimes.com

Scripps Research Study Finds Drug Effective In Curbing Cravings For Alcohol
Frequent heavy drinking takes a major toll on one's health and wellbeing. KPBS Health Reporter Kenny Goldberg says there are different opinions on the best way to break dependence on alcohol. But new research indicates a drug long used to treat … Read more on KPBS

Experts: Alcoholism not one-size-fits-all disease
“The two most recent episodes of the ongoing saga of the mayor in Toronto and our congressman show these problems are truly equal-opportunity,” said Kevin Lewis, president and CEO of SalusCare in Lee County, which offers substance abuse treatment … Read more on The News-Press

Can Congressman Trey Radel Survive A Drug Bust?
Sullivan, a member of Congress for seven years at the time, took a leave of absence in May 2009 to check himself into the Betty Ford Center in California for alcohol addiction treatment. He returned in July and sailed to re-election in 2010 but lost … Read more on Rhode Island Public Radio