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Compulsive shopping: When spending is like substance abuse
Filed under: substance abuse disorder

But beyond carelessness with finances, compulsive shopping is a mental disorder that psychologists recognize, although it has not been studied extensively. For compulsive shoppers, buying something creates a feeling related to the euphoria that alcohol …
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Mood Disorders Up Risk of Opioid Abuse
Filed under: substance abuse disorder

The illnesses associated with abuse of opioids include bipolar disorder, panic disorder and major depression. Mood disorders in general heighten the risk for substance abuse. In this study, investigators made a distinction between prescription opioids …
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Christmas in rehab
Filed under: substance abuse disorder

The Orchard is a private residential rehab facility on Bowen Island serving those struggling with substance abuse (alcohol and/or drugs). Kevin checked in Dec. 7, 2009 and completed his program Jan. 4, 2010. He's continued to follow a positive path and …
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Question by Unique: What are the ethical issues or concern present in this case?And what are real issues that the counselor faces?
Libby, a recovering alcoholic, works as a substance abuse counselor in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center. Emily, one of Libby’s new client is resistant and at times argumentative with her and other group members. During group, Emily is often tearful and expresses anger when anyone asks her what the source of her emotions is. Three weeks into a six week treatment regimen, Emily expresses a desire to discontinue treatment because (announcing this in group) “This is bullshit,” and “I don’t need a bunch of whiners telling me how to lice my life!” Libby strongly cautions Emily about discontinuing her treatment prematurely, but is unsuccessful in changing her mind. Upon discharge, Emily demands a copy of all her records, including case notes from the treatment center. Libby, feeling concerned for Emily’s state of mind includes in Emily record, a letter to Emily demands a copy of all records, including a letter to Emily, outlining Libby’s attempts to work with Emily. In the letter, Libby comments about Emily’s resistance and belligerent behavir in group, staes that Emily is in denial about her condition, and expresses her hope that Emily will be more concerned with and committed to her recovery in order not to lose or damage her personal relationships (This was Libby’s experience when she was an active alcoholic). In this leter, Libby uses specific statements that Emily made in group to illustrate her concerns.    Read more...

Practice Demonstration – Substance Abuse Counseling

Part 7 of 10 Produced by the Dartmouth Psychiatric Research Center- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration – SAMHSA

 

Why do Sault teens drink, do drugs more than other Ontario teens?
Filed under: substance abuse counselling

"We're very fortunate to be housed within Algoma Family Services and to partner-up substance abuse with mental health issues for youths. Addictions and mental youth counselling is definitely available to the youth who come through our doors. …
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Private Mental Health Counselors Open Sanatoga Office
Filed under: substance abuse counselling

SANATOGA PA – Life Management Inc., a private provider of outpatient behavioral health services including substance abuse treatment and mental health counseling, has opened a new office at Sanatoga Commons, 2500 E. High Street, Sanatoga, …
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Drug Abuse Among Older Adults On the Rise
Filed under: substance abuse services

Yet drug and alcohol abuse among older adults is on the rise. Between 1995 and 2002, the number of substance abuse treatment admissions for people 55 and older increased by 32 percent, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services …
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Missouri grapples with one of the USA's worst meth problems
Filed under: substance abuse services

Meth use is down nationwide, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, released in September by the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. The number of people who said they had used meth in the past month …
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Loudoun County Partners with Leesburg Girl Scouts in 'Project Elf'
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Parent-led group tries to raise awareness of drug abuse
Filed under: signs of substance abuse

by holly hobbs, Staff Writer Chantilly resident Donna Lannes said she never saw any signs that would lead her to believe her teenage daughter was at risk of illegal drug abuse. An honors student, a volunteer and an athlete, former Westfield High …
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After eventful decade, county's top health official signs off
Filed under: signs of substance abuse

Through the programs, MediCruz patients will get substance-abuse and mental-health treatment in primary-care clinics for the first time. Those on the program will also see preventative measure such as regular breast and cervical exams, …
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Signs of Substance Abuse and Addictive Disorders

Dr. Timothy Fong of UCLA, Director of Addiction Medicine Clinic, talks to one80center.com about the signs of substance abuse and addictive disorders.

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How To Become a Substance Abuse Counselor

Substance abuse and behavioral disorder counselors help people who have problems with alcohol, drugs, gambling, and eating disorders. They counsel individuals who are addicted to drugs, helping them to identify behaviors and problems related to their addiction. Counseling can be done on an individual basis, but is frequently done in a group setting. These counselors will often also work with family members who are affected by the addictions of their loved ones. Counselors also conduct programs aimed at preventing addictions.

 

Berks County groups get about 3000 in state anti-drug–abuse grants
Filed under: substance abuse counselor

This grant will help veterans find the assistance they need when dealing with substance abuse issues," Caltagirone said. Berks Counseling Center, in Reading, will get a $ 143083 grant to provide training, intervention, treatment, and counseling to …
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