The drug addiction Newsletter is published periodically,
and provides up-to-date information concerning advancements in the treatment
of drug addiction, as well as drug addiction trends.
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Featured Drug News
Articles from October 2010
- Hamilton defeats substance abuse, inspires baseball fans
As medications become easier to access, more individuals are finding themselves dependent on prescription drugs. more...
- Skit aims to raise awareness of drug abuse
Heroin users spend an average of $150 on their addiction every day, according to My Addiction, a substance abuse awareness site. more...
- St. Louis hosts celebration for Red Ribbon Week
As drug use among adolescents remains a growing concern, substance abuse programs for youth are becoming crucial resources for every community. more...
- Former NFL star shares cautionary tale of drug addiction, alcohol abuse
Approximately 52 percent of adults are regular drinkers, according to the Center for Disease Control. more...
- PFSA to provide workbook to parents struggling with addiction
Substance abuse can tear families apart, but rehabilitation facilities can provide individuals with the resources they need to detoxify and get their lives back on track. more...
- Professor receives grants for nicotine, alcoholism research
As experts work toward learning more about addiction, rehabilitation facilities can help individuals who have become dependent on substances. Moreover, more funds are being donated for addiction research. more...
- TMS helps individuals cope with bipolar disorder
Bipolar disorder affects nearly 5.7 million Americans each year, according to the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA). more...
- More Americans abusing prescription drugs
According to experts, approximately 7,000 Americans take a prescription drug for recreational purposes every day. more...
- Substance abuse treatment centers offering help for Oxycodone users
According to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), almost 2 million Americans have taken Oxycodone, a prescription painkiller, for recreational purposes. more...
- ALA study reveals economic costs of smoking
A recent study released by the American Lung Association (ALA) discovered that helping smokers kick the habit saves lives and benefits the economy as well. more...
- Buprenorphine may offer new treatment options for addicts
Both prescription and over-the-counter drug addiction have become more prevalent due to easy accessibility. However, buprenorphine has shown promising results, in helping wean addicts off any form of opioid. more...
- New vaccines offer hope for drug addicts
Drug rehabilitation centers and new treatments may provide individuals with the resources they need to kick the habit. more...
- Study shows more teens using marijuana at a younger age
Marijuana contains tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a psychoactive substance that can cause users to grow dependent on it over time. more...
- Obama administration to fight against Proposition 19
A 2005 survey conducted by the National Survey on Drug Use and Health found that 97 million Americans aged 12 or older had tried marijuana, a substance that is illegal for recreational use in the U.S. more...
- More college students suffering from addiction, depression
The Screening for Mental Health (SMH) organization released statistics this week showing that college students, in particular, are more likely to suffer from depression. more...
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