Woman Seeks Treatment For Friend Thrown Out By Her Husband
Caller: 32-year-old woman calling about female friend
Problem: Cocaine addiction
Seeking: Inpatient treatment options
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The awareness of Non 12 Step Rehab has exploded in the last 5 years. Besides educational editorials, this blog includes periodic snapshots of callers seeking non 12 step rehab treatment and their reasons why.
Archive for the 'Drug Addiction Editorials' Category
NJ Gov. Chris Christie States Treatment Better Option Than Jail For Drug Addicts
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Governor Chris Christie of New Jersey announced a plan that would send drug offenders that commit non-violent crimes to drug treatment rather than to jail. Governor Christie stated he believes it would give people a second chance, save money by not continuously housing people with drug problems, and free up jail space for more serious criminals. The proposal would require anyone that is charged with nonviolent drug crimes to be assessed. From there, it is determined whether the person has a drug problem and whether treatment would be the best option. Even though the plan still requires approval from the legislature, some conservative news outlets are saying that Governor Christie is going “soft on crime” and “soft on addicts.”
Ontario De-lists OxyContin From Drug Benefit Program
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We have discussed it many times before; the growing epidemic of prescription drug abuse. It is great to see that changes are being made, even if in this instance they are limited to Ontario, Canada. The province’s drug benefit program is delisting the prescription painkiller OxyContin. The reason they are doing so is that they want to try to put a stop to the addiction epidemic of the highly addictive drug. By making it harder for patients to get and physicians to prescribe, they hope to, at the very least, start making a difference. This is the first time in history that the province decided to take such drastic measures because a drug was deemed to be ‘too addictive’.
Naperville Police Warn Parents About Growing Heroin Use
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Parents in Naperville, IL may not have enjoyed the information that they were presented during an informational forum held by the local police department, but the information that they were given may prove to be quite valuable down the road. They were informed about the increasing number of teenagers that are turning towards heroin.
The Importance Of Finding A Rehab Location As A Safe Haven
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When it comes to having a teen in a rehab facility either as a parent or guardian, it is just as important to know that your teen is safe and secure as it is to know they are receiving the treatment needed in order to get better. A recent incident in North Mississippi illustrates this point.
Nurse Dealing With A Vicodin Addiction That Is Jeopardizing Her Employment
Caller: Female co-worker
Problem: Her friend from work has serious Vicodin addiction
Seeking: Options for drug rehabs
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The Pros And Cons Of Long-Term Drug Rehab Treatment
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When it comes to long-term drug rehab, it is important to look at the pros and cons that come along with this treatment method. While most people would agree that long-term drug rehab may be the most effective method not only getting clean, but also staying clean, it is not necessarily for everyone.
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