Recognizing Substance Abuse Symptoms
It is not always easy to tell if someone is abusing drugs and/or alcohol. In order to maintain an addiction, the person becomes very good at hiding any signs that …
Prescription Drug Monitoring Tools Still Underutilized
Prescription drug monitoring programs have been implemented throughout the country as a method of tracking and regulating prescriptions for narcotic painkillers and other drugs. Many states have some form …
Gulf Breeze Recovery Video Conference with Jamie Smart
Internationally renowned coach, speaker and author works with the treatment center staff and guests to help them gain clarity. People and groups who continually strive for excellence seek advice from …
Demand for Heroin Still Rising
The most in-demand illicit drugs in this country used to be cocaine and marijuana. The drug cartels in Mexico and South America would mass produce these substances for addicts …
Recovery Success in Birmingham
Alex Wright meets with therapists and counselors from his hometown regarding the rehabilitation program that he credits with helping save his life. Since opening its doors in May of …
Gulf Breeze Recovery Featured on Radio Show
Ice Cream 4 the Soul is all about rich inspiring conversations that offer real hope to each and every human being. The peace, happiness, love and joy we are seeking …
Link Between Prescription Drug Laws and Use
As more and more lawmakers realize that they need to establish regulations to prevent the growing prescription drug abuse problem, the number of people abusing painkillers is beginning to lessen. …
More Hospitals to Screen for Substance Abuse
One of the many ways that alcohol and drug problems can be detected and dealt with earlier on is through contact with primary care providers through doctors offices and hospitals. …
NIDA Director Warns of Marijuana Legalization Impact
Marijuana is a pretty hot topic these days in the political-drugs arena, second only to heroin, it seems. Legalization appears to be looming potentially in multiple states, though there have …
Living In The Now Produces Better Results For Treatment
A common trait for people who are addicted to alcohol and other drugs is that they’re seeking instant gratification or relief from something. Clinically, it is also referred to as …