Posts Tagged ‘drug overdoses’
More Adult Prescription-Drug Use Leads to Increased Poisonings in Kids – TIME
More Adult Prescription-Drug Use Leads to Increased Poisonings in Kids – TIME
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More Adult Prescription-Drug Use Leads to Increased Poisonings in Kids
TIME A recent study published in the journal Pediatrics shows that the rise in prescription-medication use among U.S. adults has led to more poisonings among children — despite efforts to prevent that outcome. The phenomenon is so concerning that … Pediatric Prescription Drug Poisonings Parallel Adult Use Accidental Rx drug poisoning of kids rises as adult use increases |
Doctors, pharmacists choose to bypass E-Forcse database, helps prevent drug … – WPTV
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Doctors, pharmacists choose to bypass E-Forcse database, helps prevent drug …
WPTV The goal is to prevent drug overdoses and abuse. But a small percentage of pharmacists and doctors are using it. It's not mandatory in most Florida counties to check the database, only to insert information to it. Zubi Ofakansi trusts that his … |
What Is the Current Medical Definition of “addiction?” (More)?
Question by DLM: What is the current medical definition of “addiction?” (more)?
Also, does the definition differ from one substance to another, or in the case of gambling or other behaviors, where there is no chemical dependency, is there a separate definition for those as well?
I am just curious about the “umbrella” that the word addiction covers in the medical world, versus common everyday ‘people-talk’ use of the word. The more specifics you can provide, the better.
Best answer:
Answer by John de Witt
You’ll want a DSM-IV for all the definitions you’d ever care to look at.
Add your own answer in the comments!
I-Team: Prescription drug abuse an epidemic
Prescription drug abuse is causing overdoses and turning regular people into criminals. Popping painkillers, becoming addicted and then taking extreme measures to get more pills. Prescription drug overdoses now outnumber those of heroin and cocaine … Read more on ABC7Chicago.com
Brooke Mueller Hospitalized for Prescription Drug Abuse – USA Today – USA TODAY
Brooke Mueller hospitalized for prescription drug abuse – USA Today – USA TODAY
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Brooke Mueller hospitalized for prescription drug abuse – USA Today
USA TODAY Brooke Mueller on Sept. 20, 2012 in Beverly Hills. (Photo: Angela Weiss, WireImage). Reports have been swirling that Charlie Sheen's ex, Brooke Mueller, had given up their twins, Bob and Max last week because of "suspected drug use" at her home. Brooke Mueller Checked Into Hospital for "Prescription Drug Abuse": Rep Brooke Mueller Seeking Treatment for Prescription Drug Abuse Brooke Mueller Getting Help for Prescription Drug Abuse |
Prescription drug use among teens a crisis in Missoula – Independent Record – Helena Independent Record
Prescription Drug Abuse a ‘Silent Epidemic’ in Montana – the Billings Gazette – Billings Gazette
Prescription drug abuse a ‘silent epidemic’ in Montana – The Billings Gazette – Billings Gazette
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Prescription drug abuse a 'silent epidemic' in Montana – The Billings Gazette
Billings Gazette Prescription drug abuse tiptoes under the radar, cloaked in the white-coated respectability of a doctor's office or pharmacy. “The biggest problem we have to overcome is (the attitude that), 'It's just a pill. … It's safe. It's prescribed by a doctor … Agency explains why it's hard to count deaths from prescription drug overdoses |
PETA Kentucky Derby Billboard Protests Horse Racing Drug Use, Draws … – Huffington Post
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PETA Kentucky Derby Billboard Protests Horse Racing Drug Use, Draws …
Huffington Post PETA won't be cheering. The animal-rights group drove a billboard protesting horse abuse in front of Churchill Downs Thursday, drawing stares and picture-takers, PETA Senior Vice President Kathy Guillermo told The Huffington Post. The sign will … |
Drug Abuse
Drug Abuse – Promotional piece acknowledging the aftermath that drug abuse causes. Remember, it’s not about ”drug use” this is about ”drug abuse” . drug•a•buse: (n) Wh…
I-Team: Prescription drug abuse an epidemic
Prescription drug abuse is causing overdoses and turning regular people into criminals. Popping painkillers, becoming addicted and then taking extreme measures to get more pills. Prescription drug overdoses now outnumber those of heroin and cocaine … Read more on ABC7Chicago.com
Glen Campbell's Alzheimer's: Docs Say Past Drug Abuse is Taking Toll
Ronald Devere, M.D., a board-certified neurologist and fellow of the American Academy of Neurology, explains that drug and alcohol abuse doesn't necessarily cause Alzheimer's, but can damage brain cells in ways that leave alcoholics and addicts more … Read more on Newsmax Health
Prescription Drug Abuse Up Among U.S. Teens: Survey
Prescription Drug Abuse Up Among U.S. Teens: Survey
Title: Prescription Drug Abuse Up Among U.S. Teens: Survey Category: Health News Created: 4/23/2013 10:35:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 4/23/2013 12:00:00 AM Drug Abuse – Yahoo! News Search Results
California's medical board backs some prescription-drug-abuse reforms
But the panel balks at a proposal to shift its authority to investigate physician misconduct to the state attorney general's office. The Medical Board of California on Friday embraced a host of reforms aimed at combating prescription drug abuse and reducing overdose deaths but balked at a proposal to strip it of its authority to investigate physician misconduct. Drug Abuse – Yahoo! News Search Results
I-Team: Prescription drug abuse an epidemic
Prescription drug abuse is causing overdoses and turning regular people into criminals. Popping painkillers, becoming addicted and then taking extreme measures to get more pills. Prescription drug overdoses now outnumber those of heroin and cocaine combined. Drug Abuse – Yahoo! News Search Results