The Men's Association for Addiction Treatment (MAAT) Welcomes Special Guest …
Newport Beach, CA — (SBWIRE) — 10/29/2013 — Balboa Horizons, a leading alcohol and drug addiction and dual diagnosis treatment center, proudly hosts this month's MAAT meeting on Tuesday, October 29th from 8:30-10:00am, featuring Mike Schaub! Read more on SBWire (press release)

Amanda Bynes New Diagnosis Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia
It has been reported that the rehab center specialises in “dual diagnosis” of mental illnesses. Amanda's mother, who was granted temporary conservatorship over her daughter, has said that all reports of her medical condition, treatment, and responses … Read more on Guardian Express

Cecil officials debate merits of lobbying for Kent County rehab facility funding
Only in the past three years has Whitsitt become classified as a dual-diagnosis treatment facility, meaning it treats patients for mental disorders along with substance-abuse issues. On Nov. 18, 2009, the Upper Shore Community Mental Health Center … Read more on My Eastern Shore

Orange County board of health talks substance abuse and legal options
Part of the board's regular monthly meeting was a panel discussion called “New Opportunities in Substance Abuse Treatment and the Legal System” with four panelists, Trish Hussey, executive director of the Freedom House Recovery Center; Lamar Proctor … Read more on Durham Herald Sun

Question by lilsexymomma3: listing of drug classes in Lafayette?
court ordered drug classes?

Best answer:

Answer by IN PO
Lafayette……………… Indiana? Louisiana? What state?

Your probation officer–or whoever is making sure you’re doing your classes as ordered–should be able to provide you with a list of agencies in your area that offer drug classes…

Or, you could look in the Yellow Pages, or on http://www.yellowpages.com , and check under “Alcoholism Information & Treatment Centers” for agencies… If they offer counseling for alcohol abuse, they offer counseling for drug abuse…

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Question by Sarah: How does Crack Cocaine use affect Diabetes, specifically?
Hi – I’m a Type 1 – insulin dependant – diabetic (have had it for 23 years, since I was 5 yrs old), and I am / have been in drug treatment / “rehabilitation” for crack cocaine and heroin addiction for the past 10 years. Every 3 months, when it is mandatory to see an actual Doctor, rather than just a key-worker, for a so-called “medical review”, when I tell the ‘Doctor-Of-The-Day’, (dubbed so because my treatment centre is SOOO good and consistent that I get to see a new and totally unfamiliar Doctor each and every time!), that I am diabetic, I am ALWAYS, without fail, met with the cliche, car-mechanic style sharp intake of breath, followed by, “Oooo! Well then you REALLY need to be careful of what you’re doing then, in that case!”…. But NEVER an explanation as to WHY, EXACTLY, I, especially, i.e., more than other, NON-diabetic clients need to be SO careful! I have asked, more than once, why diabetics in particular need to be so much more especially careful when using drugs, as a result of the condition, but the Doctors (don’t know why I insist on using a capital D for Doctor, like they’re all God-like or something?!?! but that’s besides the point here isn’t it?, SO…), The ALL the doctors I’ve so far put this question to just fob me off with, “Well, you’re key-worker can/will answer that for you if you ask them another time; I’m simply here to review your prescription and unfortunately don’t have the time to discuss other, non-drug-related matters, at this time.” I.e., I don’t really know, so I’ll use my apparent/imagined importance to avoid the question altogether.”!!!!!!! I think it’s obviously needless for me to say here that my key-workers are just as baffled / ignorant on the subject as I and all the so-called ‘professional’ doctors are, so I still don’t have an answer! I understand diabetes, and I studied Biomedical Science at degree level for one year, so I’m not STUPID and I DO understand how the human body works better than most, so I tried to find the answer for myself using information that is available online – However – Trying to find info’ that explains or describes how crack and/or heroin use / addiction affects a diabetic user, specifically, with regard to their diabetes only, I’ve found is near enough impossible! Everywhere you go, for info’ on “effects of crack cocaine and heroin on diabetes/diabetics” supplies only generic info’ on the drugs’ common (side) effects with NOTHING specific pertaining to how exactly diabetes does, or potentially could, affect or complicate the drugs’/body’s usual interaction / metabolism of the drugs in question. Can someone with REAL knowledge on this subject please tell me why a diabetic addict/user is so much more at risk than a non-diabetic addict/user?!?! I would really appreciate REAL, solid, scientific info’ on this subject rather than simple conjecture, theory and suggestion/personal opinion! Many thanks, Sairra x X x

Best answer:

Answer by Mr. Peachy®
You’ll never catch me capitalizing doctor unless it’s a salutation like “Dr.”, for example. There are a few doctors worthy of respect, but I suspect they won’t be found in a treatment center. At any rate, I have learned (the hard way) that drugs… all drugs, tend to interfere with the metabolism in one way or another. Many of them can either increase insulin resistance or cause excess release of cortisol which causes the liver to release stored glycogen as glucose into the blood. As a type one, the last thing you want is insulin resistance (my particular situation as a type two). It would, in effect, make you “double diabetic” meaning you would have to increase your insulin dose for the same amount of carb intake. Trust me, you don’t want to go there. As to specifically which drugs cause what, I don’t really know as I have investigated myself (a former meth and alcohol user) and found very little specific information on the subject. What I can tell you is this. Since getting off of all drugs (that includes the diabetes drug, Metformin), and learning a lot on nutrition, my life has improved significantly. I would never consider going back. Sorry I couldn’t have been more help, but there just isn’t a lot of stuff available out there. Perhaps this might be an opportunity for you to continue your Biomedical Science education and become an educator on the subject. The more I learn about what drugs do to me, the less I want them in my body. And that includes legal, and especially prescription, drugs

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New Assortment of Treatment Options Are Now Available at Drug Rehab Maryville
One common reason people struggling with substance abuse do not seek help is because they have predetermined ideas of what a treatment center will be like, and do not feel like these methods are for them. Drug Rehab Maryville has restructured their … Read more on PR Web (press release)

Drug Rehab Center Elyria is Altering the Face of Addiction
Drug Rehab Center Elyria has restructured its substance abuse treatment programs in order to create a positive environment for those seeking treatment while attempting to remove any stigma associated with addiction and recovery. Share on Twitter Share … Read more on PR Web (press release)

New York Drug Rehab Announces Services Now Available Through Drug …
Drug rehab allows clients time to discern and figure out what is their truth around these situations. Counselors and therapists with many years of experience in the field of substance abuse treatment and addiction can help make the transition from … Read more on PR Web (press release)

Question by rdmnboon: What are the %’s of people who return to drugs after rehabilitation?
I am writing an Essay for this one subject and I want to involve some percentages… What are the percentages of people who return to drugs even after being at rehab?

P.S. Please show me a source, so I know it’s not just a guess or estimate…
I have to write an Essay for one of my subjects and need to know the percentage of people that relapse after they have been to rehab for drug and alcohol abuse…

P.S. Please refer a source, as so I know you didn’t just guess or estimate…

Best answer:

Answer by Ember L
well my mom did after 5 years of being clean and my aunt did after 3 months of being clean hope that gives you an idea

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Former Miss Russia released from drug rehab program
NEW YORK, Oct. 2 (UPI) — A New York judge has granted former Miss Russia Anna Malova's release from a court-mandated drug rehabilitation program. Malova was accused of stealing two prescription pads from psychiatrists' offices and shoplifting a pair … Read more on UPI.com

Pregnant Woman Forced Into Drug–Treatment Program Despite Being Drug-Free …
While the United States hasn't yet devolved to throwing women in jail for miscarrying like El Salvador has, the anti-abortion movement's attempt to criminalize pregnancy with "fetal endangerment" laws is already leading to arrests here at home. The New … Read more on Slate Magazine (blog)

Florida Drug Rehab Facility Announces New Christian Treatment Program for …
Cornerstone Recovery Center, a drug and alcohol treatment center in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, proudly announces the addition of a Christian treatment program to its recovery services. Reverend Charlotte Day joins Cornerstone Recovery Center as the … Read more on PR Web (press release)

New York Alcohol Rehab Announces No-Cost Consultations Now Available For …
Alcoholism touches an individual's life in four main areas – mentally, physically, spiritually and emotionally. Alcohol Addiction Treatment Centers makes sure people get the help they want and need in order to change their lives. Instead of living by … Read more on PR Web (press release)

Perry Clayman Project Stresses the Risks of Alcohol Abuse and Why Alcohol …
Luton, Bedfordshire — (SBWIRE) — 10/30/2013 — Alcohol abuse is considered a disease in the medical community. The uncontrollable urge to drink alcohol beyond normal limitations is an addictive illness that has been plaguing the society for a long time. Read more on SBWire (press release)

Speakers tell Lowellville kids risks of alcohol, drug abuse
Matt Glover of Brookfield speaks about his struggles with alcohol addiction to a group of Lowellville High School students. Wednesday's event, which also featured others sharing their personal experiences, was organized as part of Red Ribbon Week. Read more on Youngstown Vindicator

Florida Drug Rehab Facility Announces New Christian Treatment Program for …
Cornerstone Recovery Center, a drug and alcohol treatment center in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, proudly announces the addition of a Christian treatment program to its recovery services. Reverend Charlotte Day joins Cornerstone Recovery Center as the … Read more on PR Web (press release)

Lane, Christian drug center reach agreement
(AP) — Lane County will allow a Christian group to expand a residential drug treatment center for women as part of a proposed settlement of a federal lawsuit. County commissioners are expected to vote Tuesday on a consent decree that will allow Teen … Read more on Ct Post

Khloe Kardashian, Lamar Odom Spend Time At Kanye West Concert
Lamar Odom and Khloe Kardashian. By Christine Thomasos, Christian Post Reporter. October 30 … However, TMZ is reporting that 29-year-old Kardashian met up with her husband at The Staples Center where the recent "Yeezus" tour took place since he has … Read more on Christian Post