Posts Tagged ‘substance abuse’

 

Cocaine addiction. That represents a cocaine addiction? – Cocaine addiction. That represents a cocaine addiction? Emory’s David Weinshenker, PhD, describes research into drugs that can be used to assist in ending co…

 

Broward County judge in rehab after relapse

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BROWARD COUNTY CHIEF JUDGE PETER WEINSTEIN CONFIRMED THE DRUG COURT JUDGE GISELE POLLACK IS IN TREATMENT AFTER SHE HAD ANOTHER APPARENT RELAPSE HAVE HURRY HER OWN SUBSTANCE ABUSE IN COURT.
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“Even when she was drinking, nothing changed.”

Filed under: cocaine rehab

She was 39 years old and trying to stay sober, going to support-group meetings and practicing what she'd learned in rehab, attempting to leave the rest behind. The blackouts and …. One day, he did so much cocaine that his heart stopped. Another time …
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More needed to halt spread of drug abuse

Filed under: substance abuse treatment programs

And people fighting their own family history and genetics will need more than warnings. They need preventive treatment, and they need to be working with some kind of program. I'd like to see a youth-drug prevention approach that is more than “just say …
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LAMBERTVILLE: Woman pleads guilty to taking cash to pay for drugs

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Question by Claudia: I want to be a rehab therapist what do I major in college for that?
I want to be a therapist that helps drug abused women or mothers but what do I major in college? I am currently a sophomore in high school and kind of struggling in science will that make a difference? Do I have to be extremely smart for this job because I am no where near. Please help!!

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Answer by jannsody
I believe that you’re referring to a licensed substance abuse counselor. One may need to take college-level math while in college which may include statistics, however, I don’t believe that a counseling or social work student will need the rigorous type of mathematics such as calculus. The person majoring in counseling or social work needs to have empathy (being able to place oneself in another’s shoes) for the individual with the addiction. Communication skills and reasoning are also traits necessary for effective therapists.

 

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Destination Hope Addresses the 12 Step Program Myth

Filed under: addiction treatment program

The industry of addiction treatment and therapy has come under scrutiny in Dr. Lance Dodes' new book, “The Sober Truth”. The book addresses the myth of the 12 step program and claims to debunk the myth of the rehab industry. Unfortunately, according to …
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Right Step Opens 'Women Only' Substance Abuse and Intimacy Disorders …

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The newly released film “Nymphomaniac” speaks to an underserved female treatment population that can now find healing at a brand new women's treatment program at Right Step in Dallas/Ft. Worth, Texas. Opening this week, Right Step DFW's innovative …
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Question by anonymouse: AODA counselor degree advice?
Hi there. I want to become an AODA counselor, I was wondering, hopefully for some advice from real AODA counselors, how is the schooling money/studying-wise? Is it worth the job? (Im sure I will find the job more than worthwhile no matter what, I don’t care for money, I want to help people more than anything)

What does the school consist of and how many years should I plan on going?

thanks in advance.

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Answer by jannsody
If by AODA counselor, you’re referring to an “alcohol and other drug abuse” counselor, which is most likely similar to the credentials of CAC (certified addiction counselor) or CADC (certified alcohol and drug counselor), then obtaining a master’s degree can make a person more marketable in the field.

Question by dbelsila: If someone is addicted to crack cocaine, is there any hope?
My 18 year old son is addicted to crack cocaine. I have tried to watch him; tried threatening; tried cutting off communication; nothing works. He now has stolen from me and he’s sitting in jail. I know he needs treatment, but ppl are saying its a lost cause; some say there is hope and some say he will always use. Is there any hope for recovery? Honestly?

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Answer by The Man
Well for me being in and out of rehabs, i have seen many people recover and maintain sobriety after crack cocaine use. Its a very strong psychological addiction, but there is no physical dependence which makes it a little easier than most things, and is why they rely on psychotherapy. They used to say opiate addiction is a hopeless, but thats changed (considering experience). Its not hopeless, but it will be hard after treatment because u should just worry about his addictive personality, keep a close watch on him. Also, threatening him with things wont do anything, he would do what he wishes. You have to help him to change himself or have someone else help him