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More than half of men and almost three quarters of women in substance abuse programs have children.

A new study has shown that the financial burden of taxpayer supported Medicaid is much higher for people with substance abuse disorders, costing all citizens money.

There are many programs and centers offering teen drug rehab to teenagers suffering from addiction and problems with substance abuse.

Addictions are confusing to those living with an addict as they search for a specific reason why their family member succumbed to substance abuse. There is no one factor.

Acknowledging that April is a cruel month and that pitchers are usually ahead of hitters in cold weather, offensive production in April, 2008 has decreased substantially.

Alex Rodriguez, arguably today's best player in Major League Baseball, admitted that he took performance enhancing drugs during his tenure with the Texas Rangers.

The FDA has approved injectable swine flu vaccine produced by 3 manufacturers. Each formulation contains various chemicals and additive ingredients with the H1N1 vaccines

Substance abuse does not only affect health and have legal implications; it also has effects on the spiritual aspect of the substance abuser's being.

September 2009 is the 20th Annual National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month. This yearly observance highlights societal benefits of substance abuse treatment.

Most indigenous societies had drugs and alcohol before colonisation, but with little or no addiction and abuse. So why do we have such high levels of drug abuse now?

Getting confused between abbreviations like AODD, ACOA, AlAnon, and AA? Need help understanding the difference between enabling and codependence?

More than one diagnosis? Not to fear. If recovery is the goal, it can be achieved. The first step is to start. Where? Admit there are problems and seek help.

While drug and tobacco usage among adolescents and college students is in decline, alcohol abuse levels are remaining steady. Why?

A look at the most common assessment criteria used by professionals to determine if an individual is abusing or dependent upon substances

Energy drinks are now included on substance abuse lists. These beverages are consumed to counteract insufficient sleep, stay awake longer and to increase energy levels.

When a family discovers that a loved one has a substance abuse problem, the first response is to intervene and offer support to assist the abuser kick the habit.

Many people with drug or alcohol addiction tend to postpone seeking help from a drug treatment center because of privacy fears.

Thinking about getting help but not sure what to expect? Here are some of the things that usually take place in Substance Abuse Treatment Centers.

The present article discusses the landscape of faith and faith-based organizations. It focuses attention on substance abuse treatment and evaluation of FBOs.

Most abusers are unable to treat themselves to stop abuse. It is important for those with any problem with drugs or alcohol to seek the best treatment.

CBS News reported that inhalant abuse has killed 2.6 million teenagers across the U.S. Huffing has become a serious problem among our youth.

Princeton University study finds symptoms of addiction in sugar consumption, including increased intake, withdrawal, cravings and relapse.

When a movie is conceived, no matter who writes the script or runs the camera or edits the footage, it's often the director's style that shines the brightest.

A holistic approach to certain addictions can offer comprehensive, spiritual and progressive techniques.

Their tour of duty has ended but for thousands of servicemen and women, the battle for sanity can last a lifetime. Substance abuse and PTSD takes it toll on our veterans.

Those with risky consumption patterns can be helped by problem-specific approaches. Self-directed change in substance abuse behaviors can occur.

There is little known about the potential risks of chemicals in many forms of hair treatments today. However, mothers can reduce the potential risk to their baby.

The first thirteen weeks of pregnancy comprises the first trimester. Find out more about the development of the baby from conception into the fetal period.

As we enter the second month of pregnancy, what are some changes happening both with you and your baby?

Conventional wisdom suggests that lightly colored vegetables offer "low" or no nutrients. Research shows white mushrooms contain many nutrients that confer health.

By early adulthood, Gene E., who began drinking as a teen, had an incessant addiction to alcohol that soon led to drugs. He credits Alcoholics Anonymous for saving him.

According to new research by a noted Harvard psychologist, drug and alcohol addiction is not a disease as previously believed, but a matter of individual choice.

Today in sports, athletes are under a lot of pressure to gain an edge due to the level of competition. Athletes are turning to substances to gain that edge.

Some recovering alcoholics require inpatient treatment, which can be obtained from medical detoxification programs, therapeutic communities, and halfway houses.

If someone tells you they're thinking about suicide, you should take their distress seriously, listen nonjudgmentally, and help them get to a professional for evaluation.

Christopher Lawford is definitely part Lawford and part Kennedy. He inherited the acting gene from his father and the desire to help others from his mother.

The Substance Abuse and Crime Prevention Act became California law in 2001. Now the state treats drug addiction as a Public Health Problem.

Everyone has heard the term gateway drug, and for some it is an accepted theory, yet many still argue if it can be proven.

Group therapy for depression offers solutions for dealing with depressive episode symptoms in a teamwork setting.

Holistic addiction programs can allow a more complete recovery, by addressing social, emotional and physical issues surrounding the client's addiction.

Book review of Vernon E. Johnson D.D.'s Intervention:A Step-by-Step Guide for Families and Friends of Chemically Dependent Persons

Gone are Images of youth and drugs in a dark alley; government surveys are showing the real danger is lurking in a prescription bottle.

A developing fetus can be irreversibly damaged by the drugs a mother uses while pregnant. Substance abuse is serious and in some cases deadly for an unborn child.

To work with those who are in denial about the seriousness of addiction takes dedication and understanding. Policies and procedures provide a basic structure.

Incest is often under reported due to fear, and few statistics exist.

Substance abuse statistics are lower than reported due to stigma attached to addictions. Jewish individuals believe shanda is deeply entrenched within their community.

The causes of fibromyalgia, a disorder characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, and symptoms across all body systems, has long baffled doctors.

Last fall, SAMHSA reported substance abuse treatment was on the rise over the past 10 years. The question becomes, when should an abuser seek treatment?

Although addiction strikes both men and women equally, it often affects women in unique ways due to childcare issues, stigma, and other socioeconomic issues.

Stopping domestic violence is no easy task, given that you are fighting low self-esteem, low funds, and substance abuse.