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Penn Medicine points to new ways to prevent relapse in cocaine-addicted patients
( University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine ) Relapse is a painful and expensive feature of drug addiction. Though some relapse triggers can be consciously avoided, other subconscious triggers may be impossible to avoid — they can gain entry to the unconscious brain, setting the stage for relapse. Penn Medicine researchers have found that the drug baclofen can help block the impact of the … Drug Addiction – Yahoo News Search Results

Long-term care options seen as gap in drug treatments
METHUEN — A severe shortage of medium- and long-term addiction treatment options is a top obstacle for drug addicts seeking medical help that can wind up preventing or thwarting treatment, local health professionals and addiction treatment advocates Drug Addiction – Yahoo News Search Results

One man's addiction: The first in a two-part series
Some of the people who were a part of Jared's inner circle – the drug users in his group – began using the stronger drug oxycodone, known as "oxy." He was offered it, but … After a visit with his family doctor, he was recommended for the methadone …
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First drug treatment center planned for Uintah County
… its kind in the county, has support from law enforcement, prosecutors and judges. “I would be surprised to find a family in our community that hasn't had an immediate family member or someone pretty close to them who wasn't impacted by a drug …
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First drug treatment center planned for Uintah County
Organizers are working to open a faith-based drug treatment center in Uintah County by the beginning of 2015. The proposed… Drug Addiction – Yahoo News Search Results

Ex-NBA star, drug addict to speak in Mount Olive
MOUNT OLIVE TWP. – Former professional basketball player Chris Herren will bring the harrowing story of his rise to NBA stardom and then near death to drug addiction in the latest program hosted by a Drug Addiction – Yahoo News Search Results

Vermont Gov. Shumlin to headline drug event
NORTHFIELD, Vt. (AP) — Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin will give keynote remarks at an event at Norwich University focused on preventing drug addiction.         Drug Addiction – Yahoo News Search Results

Question by applebry23: is cutting bad? is it rele an “addiction”?
??????? anything helps me here

Best answer:

Answer by dizzydreamr090
yes it can become an addiction for many.

Answer by ?Wireless?
Im 13 and last year i was clinically depressed so i turned to cutting. The first time i had no idea what i was doing one minute i was crying in my room next i was racing for the kitchen knife in hand and then i was in the bathroom slicing at my wrists my legs and thing i could get my hand on. When i came to my sense’s i just had a complete mental breakdown.

After 4 months of this i turned for help. Learned that cutting releases endorphins that make people feel good. I still wouldn’t recommend anyone doing it people usually do when they have serious depression problems.    Read more...

New Study Links Marijuana to Two Deaths–Suncoast Rehab Center Cites …
But two of those states, Colorado and Washington, have legalized marijuana for recreational use—a move that Florida drug treatment center Suncoast Rehabilitation Center says not only opens the door to drug abuse and addiction, but could also lead to …
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These Photos Show What the Average Person Who Is Arrested for Drugs Looks …
In an effort to increase substance abuse awareness, Recovery.org decided to compile 100 mugshots from marijuana, DUI, and methamphetamine arrests to see what the average face looks like on drugs. “While it is unlikely that a user's basic facial …
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Real LIfe Teens – Stoned At School – Check out all the Real Life Teens Videos at www.reallifeteens.org Stoned at School A revolutionary Guidance series, Real Life Teens offers unprecedented acce…    Read more...

Under fire, Zohydro maker touts drug safety board
WASHINGTON (AP) — After months of criticism over its recently launched painkiller Zohydro, the maker of the powerful narcotic is highlighting an unusual oversight board that it's assembled to try and prevent abuse of the drug. Drug Abuse Statistics – Yahoo News Search Results

Experts question independence of expert board that oversees safety of Zohydro painkiller
WASHINGTON — After months of criticism over its recently launched painkiller Zohydro, the maker of the powerful narcotic is highlighting an unusual oversight board that it's assembled to try and prevent abuse of the drug. Drug Abuse Statistics – Yahoo News Search Results

Marijuana, Prescription Drugs Pose Greatest Threat to Adolescent Men
In recent months, there has been a growing conversation about marijuana use. Should it be legalized for recreational use or is it a "gateway" drug to more addictive substances? A recent CNN story … Drug Abuse Statistics – Yahoo News Search Results    Read more...