Teen Prescription Drug Abuse: Addiction Then Recovery

Teen prescription drug abuse: addiction then recovery

Filed under: what is drug abuse and its effects

During October and November, the Healthy Kids blog examines at the epidemic of teen prescription drug abuse. Through the stories of teens and young adults in recovery, their parents and treatment experts, you'll get a first-hand look at a problem that … Read more on Philadelphia Inquirer

Moderate substance use acceptable to some addiction counselors

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When asked about treating clients who abuse drugs, about half the counselors in the new study accepted moderate drug use as an intermediate goal and one-third as a final goal. "Individuals with alcohol and drug problems who avoid treatment because they … Read more on Newstrack India