Alcoholism and Drug Abuse in Context of Human Freedom and Societal Need

alcoholism and drug abuse in context of human freedom and societal need

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Most of the users suffer from anxiety and depression disorders that may also lead to psychosis, confusion and organic brain syndrome. The fact is that alcohol and drug abuse spoils the cognitive and perceptive abilities of the brain develops subversive … Read more on Radiance Viewsweekly

Hannah Knudsen , Ph.D. – Barriers to Treating Alcohol and Drug Problems Among Adolescents – Nearly ten percent of American adolescents have alcohol or drug abuse problems (SAMHSA, 2008). Studies have shown that treatment for these problems is effective in improving health outcomes for adolescents (Brown et al., 2001; Hser et al., 2001; Muck et al., 2001; Winters et al., 2000).

Editorial: Advisory council submits sound strategies to curb substance abuse

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The council, in its report completed last month, spells out the severity of the problem, estimating that 152,000 West Virginians, or about one of every 12 residents, need treatment for substance abuse problems. It all amounts to a crisis of damaged or … Read more on Huntington Herald Dispatch

State making advances in mental-health care

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Fallin displayed a welcome understanding of mental-health issues in announcing her goal. "We can do a better job of assessing an issue that a person might have as it relates to a behavioral issue – whether it's a mental health issue, a substance abuse … Read more on Tulsa World