When it comes to the way millennials consume alcoholic beverages, there’s a lot of conflicting information out there. Is there a Millennial alcohol addiction or a Millennial drinking problem or isn't there? Millennials can’t afford to drink thanks to student loans and housing costs, one study says. They drink more ... Read More
Addiction News
We believe strongly in the use of emerging technology to treat addictions and disorders. In our addiction news section we cover breaking addiction and mental health related news. This includes national drug crime news to identify trends as well as measures being taken by local governments to affect change in their area. By recognizing success and failures across the country we believe that we can keep the community informed on the most important behavioral health news.
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Millennial Drinking Trends
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Mental Health and Addiction: Seeking Treatment in South Florida With a warm year-round climate and over 800 miles of sandy beaches, Florida is known as one of the United States' top destinations for vacationers and retirees. What many Americans may not know is that South Florida is also one of the nation's capitals ... Read More
Thoughts on Drug Addiction
Are you sure back alleys and parking lots are where people score cocaine? Do men or women judge people more for relapsing back into drug use? Why do you think people take Adderall, and does everyone else agree with your assessment? You may have beliefs about what you think substance use looks like across America, ... Read More
Statistics for Drug Abuse in Teens – How to Get Help
Having a child that you think may be using drugs is scary. You may be trying to employ different rules in your house, different ways of gaining control or doing everything you can to help your child. But all in all, it isn’t working. It is out of control. You may feel helpless. You may feel as if you are unable to help ... Read More
Recognizing Addiction in a Loved One by Symptoms of Drug Use
Active addicts live a life of secrecy and lies, which makes it difficult for the people who love them to recognize the signs of addiction. As difficult as it may be to identify a problem, there are things you can look for that are common signs of drug abuse. It is also a good idea to look for distinct behavioral ... Read More
Dual Diagnosis Treatment Centers Florida
Finding Dual Diagnosis Treatment in Florida Dual diagnosis treatment centers in Florida have made a big difference for thousands of individuals struggling with substance abuse or addiction as well as a mental or behavioral health disorder. In dual diagnosis treatment programs, clients are treated for both psychiatric ... Read More
New Neurotherapy Techniques: Methods for Addiction Treatment
Addiction is a disease, but its treatment is quite different from other medical conditions. Unlike many health issues, there is no cure or addiction "fix" that heals all pain brought on by addiction. Addiction is a psychological issue; a disease of the brain. If the underlying root of addiction comes from brain ... Read More
Hit Hard by Opiates, Rhode Island Nabs Drug Dealers and Pharmaceutical Companies Alike
America’s smallest state, densely populated Rhode Island has roughly one million residents, yet the state ranks fifth in the nation for drug overdoses per capita. According to the Department of Health of the State of Rhode Island, opioid overdoses are the state’s leading cause of accidental death. The state is fighting ... Read More
