Category Archives: Drug Dependency

Posted on May 30, 2013 By REPORTER NAME Yakima Herald-Republic Kittitas Countys drug court program is marking its 10th birthday, and has graduated 71 offenders since it was first organized in 2003. Emily Brown, drug court coordinator, said 18 people are currently enrolled, and there are about 28 to 22 in drug court at a given time. Brown, along with Kittitas County Deputy Prosecutor Candace Hooper, are the two remaining members of the group that organized the drug court program. The court or defense attorneys refer chemically dependent offenders involved in some kinds of non-violent crimes for enrollment in the program. We want them to get sober, thats what its about, Brown said. The combination of court staff and volunteers from the prosecutors office, the state Department of Corrections, law enforcement and treatment specialists all work together to provide support and show offenders how their substance abuse problems affect their families and community. But ultimately, theyre doing it for themselves, she said. How it works Here is the original post: Kittitas drug court turns 10 … Continue reading →

Editor's Choice Academic Journal Main Category: ADHD Also Included In: Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs Article Date: 30 May 2013 - 10:00 PDT Current ratings for: ADHD Medications Don't Lead To Drug Or Alcohol Abuse 3 (2 votes) For a while now, researchers haven not been sure whether medications such as Ritalin or Adderall can increase the risk of children becoming addicted to substances such as alcohol, marijuana, cocaine, tobacco, etc. Previously, researchers at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) had found that treatment with stimulant drugs does not increase and significantly decreases the risk that girls with ADHD will begin smoking cigarettes or using alcohol or drugs. However, by thoroughly analyzing 15 long-term studies which tracked drug abuse among a total of 2,565 children diagnosed with ADHD between 1980 and 2012, the authors were able to come to a more concrete conclusion as to its effects on drug/substance abuse. The results were somewhat surprising. Two of the studies revealed that children on stimulant medication were at a lower the risk of alcohol abuse, while another said they were at a higher risk. Study author Kathryn Humphreys, a doctoral student in psychology at the University of California, Los Angeles, said … Continue reading →

Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Receiv Tribute Free Medicine Help by Charles Myrick of ACRX http://www.freemedicationhelp.com ." Enjoy a brief recap of this great organization doing a fantastic service in the community!" -Charles Myrick - President ... By: Bonni Jones … Continue reading →

County resources strain to fight the crime, illness and industry of heroin By Joshua Rosenau Published May 29, 2013 at 12:16 pm (Updated May 29, 2013) Convicted of shoplifting and possession of heroin, defendant Karly Casson agrees to enter drug court. (Photo by Joshua Rosenau) There were 98 participants in Sussex County Drug Court in 2012, eight of whom successfully graduated from the program. A recovering heroin addict, alias: "Tess," shows her hand. Tess started using the drug in her thirties. She entered residential rehab after two years of use. Access to residential rehabilitation is limited in Sussex County. This series marks a collaborative effort between Straus News and its sources, particularly reforming addicts. The execution of this series depended greatly on the testimony of those in recovery and, particularly, the willingness of one former heroin user. Straus News includes this note to give due credit to those whose worth as sources and collaborators cannot be acknowledged by name. Thank you. WANTAGE Heroin doesnt workit delivers. All of the recovering addicts consulted for this series reported the euphoric upsides and the nauseating, paralyzing downsides of the drug. For Tess, an office worker in her mid-30s, the positives were as strong … Continue reading →

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (PRWEB) May 30, 2013 Recovery Associates, through its multiple therapeutic tracks, is starting to place an emphasis upon Ambien addiction treatment, helping men and women break away from using this sometimes potent drug. According to the National Coalition against Drug Abuse, Ambien is a brand name of the drug zolpidem. Its commonly used as a short-term treatment for insomnia, and it can be used to deter certain brain disorders. Ambien effectively initiates sleep, but does not effectively maintain sleep. When taking Ambien more than the prescribed dosage, a person can become increasingly drowsy and lose his or her sense of awareness. It can lead to serious problems if taken before driving or traveling. Ambien can become addictive due to how much he or she takes and how relaxed it makes them feel. This is not normal behavior, and Recovery Associates offers a better way for you to go a way filled with hope, healing and recovery. Recovery Associates is a drug and alcohol treatment center that provides a variety of programs and services for men, women and teens struggling with chemical dependency issues. At the core of their philosophy is the belief that addiction is a … Continue reading →

Houston, Texas (PRWEB) May 29, 2013 Recovery Associates, through using a multiple of therapeutic tracks, is placing an emphasis upon Ativan addiction treatment, helping men and women break free from this potent drug. Ativan is a brand name for lorazepam, a benzodiazepine used in treating anxiety, epilepsy, and several other conditions. Low does have sedative effects; high doses can be hypnotic. Ativan helps decrease activity in the brain for relaxation. Because Ativan helps treat anxiety and other disorders and conditions, some users may tend to take more than the prescribed dosage. Thats a bad idea, one that usually leads a person toward troublesome addictive patterns. Recovery Associates has a staff of therapists, counselors and physicians that can help a person break an addictive cycle and begin a new life. Recovery Associates is a drug and alcohol treatment center that provides a variety of programs and services for men, women and teens struggling with chemical dependency issues. At the core of their philosophy is the belief that addiction is a treatable illness. Their addiction treatment experience has shown that anyone is capable of achieving lasting recovery and physical, mental and spiritual freedom from the disease of addiction. Their unique program offers … Continue reading →

Austin, Texas (PRWEB) May 29, 2013 ExerciseFriends learned from a study it released in 2013 that when some people lose 10 pounds, it can be the first step in empowering them to change other bad habits. Some members used exercise success as a catalyst to get our of credit card debt, abusive relationships, overcome serious illnesses or fight drug dependency or alcoholism. The study showed there was no other catalyst that was as strong as losing 5-13 pounds for making positive changes in other parts of their lives. Both scientific studies and member feedback conclusively demonstrated losing weight has a powerful impact on ones will and self image. Losing those few pounds, for many people found to be impossible with standard diets and gym memberships, is just the catalyst to get them to take control of their lives. ExerciseFriends.com founder Patrick McCluskey stated: For a few people losing 5 pounds is a belt loop. Yet for many others, it is the first step in making positive changelike getting out of an abusive relationship or a job they hate. So we are extending out attribute searching to areas that touch the whole person, not just for fitness. The ExerciseFriends.com web site … Continue reading →

Houston, Texas (PRWEB) May 25, 2013 For college students, few events can be more stressful than finals week. Increasingly, they are turning to prescription stimulants like Adderall to help them stay awake and study. For more on this, go to http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/05/130501145151.htm. Recovery Associates, a drug treatment facility, warns that students who pick up Adderall, just to help them through finals are at risk for developing a physical and psychological dependency. While initially they may use it for finals, depending on underlying factors like genetics, social factors and self-esteem, they may not stop using it once finals are over. A counselor at Recovery Associates also cautions against mixing Adderall and alcohol. Because Adderall is a stimulant, people who drink while using it often drink more. Whereas you would normally pass out once you reached your limit, Adderall keeps you up, increasing the risk for alcohol poisoning. Recovery Associates is a drug and alcohol treatment center that provides a variety of programs and services for men, women and teens struggling with chemical dependency issues. At the core of their philosophy is the belief that addiction is a treatable illness. Their Adderall addiction treatment experience has shown that anyone is capable of achieving … Continue reading →

SCRANTON, PA (PRWEB) May 25, 2013 Part guidebook, part memoir, Peter Amato, M.A., Ph.D. candidate, released a book presenting a tried and true approach to meditation for the recovery community. Entitled Soul Silence: A Unique Approach to Mastering the 11th Step, the book outlines a comprehensive method for recovering addicts to develop a new understanding of the 11th step in any 12-step recovery programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). With alcohol and drug dependence an ever-growing global health problem affecting the physical and psychological health of addicts and the people around them, the need for recovery assistance is great. Today millions of people are living life in long-term recovery from addiction. And, millions more family members and children of addicts have also found recovery. In recovery from addiction, it is important to change ones lifestyle to include maintaining abstinence, healthy relationships, good nutrition, rest and exercise, reduce stress, and work to resolve personal problems, and among the most helpful is meditation, said Amato, meditation master and psychotherapist. Anyone searching for answers to the deeper experience of a better life should read Soul Silence. The book provides a way to move from recovery to self-discovery, while deepening the reason to embrace … Continue reading →

Tara Roweton runs to her son Jaxon Barnett after speaking at commencement exercises for family dependency drug court at the Matheson Courthouse in Salt Lake City Thursday, May 23, 2013. Roweton's mother, Holly DeForest, holds Jaxon. Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News SALT LAKE CITY Not long ago, Tara Roweton didn't have the luxury of being awoken by the small hands of her young son. She smiled, talking about it Thursday, recounting the way the 18-month-old likes to cup her face in his hands and greet her with "Hi!" She also smiled knowing he was there Thursday when she graduated from family dependency drug court sober for 11 months after an ongoing struggle with drug addiction. "It feels great," Roweton said of being able to graduate with the support of her family. "I don't want to say all the hard work is paying off, but it is. It's kind of a confirmation that things are going right and that things will work out. It's kind of an overwhelming, joyous type feeling." Roweton was one of nine graduates who were awarded certificates for completing family dependency drug court, along with two others from juvenile drug court. The event is usually the culmination … Continue reading →