Basic Definitions: Addiction and DependencePR-GB.com (press release), Bulgaria - 19 hours agoPhysical dependence is a physiological state of adaptation to a substance, the absence of which produces symptoms and signs of withdrawal. …
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Treatment important in successful recoveryEmporia Gazette (subscription), KS - 21 hours ago… treatment for alcohol or drug use in 2005, and interestingly, almost 77 percent of adults classified with substance dependence or abuse were employed. …
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Bradford Health Services offers free workshopColumbus Ledger-Enquirer, GA - 22 hours agoBY KAFFIE SLEDGE - ksledge@ledger-enquirer.com — Bradford Health Services is sponsoring a free daylong workshop on alcohol dependence and treatment, …
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Suboxone, a New Treatment Paradigm: Part OnePR-GB.com (press release), Bulgaria - 19 hours agoThe primary indication for this medication, interestingly, is alcohol dependence rather than opiate dependence. Naltrexone has been demonstrated to reduce …
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The Associated PressStudy Affirms Rocks Stars Do Die YoungerThe Associated Press - 10 hours agoMark Bellis, leader of the study, said his research showed the stereotype of rock stars was true — recreational drugs and alcohol-fueled parties take a toll …
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The Canadian PressStudy affirms that rock stars more likely to die young than …The Canadian Press, LONDON - 19 hours agoMark Bellis, leader of the study, said his research showed the stereotype of rock stars was true - recreational drugs and alcohol-fuelled parties take a …
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New report recommends four basic starting points for reducing or …Canada NewsWire (press release), Canada - 5 hours ago5 /CNW Telbec/ - A report released today by the Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse (CCSA)-a national organization working to reduce alcohol- and …
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Drowning in alcoholWinnipeg Free Press, Canada - 6 hours agoBut the fact that many die — an average of 15 each year — indicates that substance abuse is not getting the attention it deserves. …
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National alcohol and drug addiction recovery monthDerby Daily Reporter, KS - Aug 31, 2007Of the 20.2 million adults classified with dependence or abuse in 2005, 15.5 million (or 76.7 percent) were employed. While treatment for substance-use …
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Treating addiction saves livesDaytona Beach News-Journal, FL - 11 hours agoInterestingly, almost 77 percent of adults classified with substance abuse or dependence are employed. Investing in treatment is associated with a 19 …National alcohol and drug addiction recovery month Derby Daily Reporterall 5 news articles
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So, What Made Me an Addict?Washington Post, United States - Aug 27, 2007But the DSM retains a focus on physical aspects of addiction: It calls addiction "substance dependence," suggesting that physical need is critical. …
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Substance abuse agency to offer more servicesNaples Daily News, FL - Aug 30, 2007Nearly 21 million people needed alcohol and substance abuse treatment in 2005 but did not receive it, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and …
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South Africa: Country Pays High Price for Drug AbuseAllAfrica.com, Washington - Aug 28, 2007"The health and socio-economic consequences of substance use, abuse and dependency are of growing concern," the CDA said. "Substance dependence demands …
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Ten-year-olds lured into drugsIndependent Online, South Africa - Aug 27, 2007Early last week, Social Development Minister Zola Skweyiya admitted at a substance abuse briefing that South Africa was facing a massive drug and alcohol …
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Non-alcoholic beer really isn'tHattiesburg American, MS - Aug 30, 2007Youth who start drinking before age 15 are five times more likely to develop alcohol dependence or abuse later in life than those who begin drinking at or …
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High Frequency of Opioid Use Disorders Found in Patients Receiving…Medscape (subscription) - Aug 7, 2007Addiction Severity Index assessed medical, employment, legal, psychiatric, family, alcohol, and drug problems. Substance Dependence Severity Scale assessed …Alcohol And Substance Dependence - Google News
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Leading Panamanian Hospital Centro Medico Paitilla to Serve as …PharmaLive.com (press release), PA - 19 hours agoSubstance dependence is a global problem and we believe the pathway that we ultimately establish here could serve as a viable model for other …
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Relationships mixed with Alcohol and DrugsGSU Signal, GA - Aug 20, 2007The costs associated with alcohol and substance abuse can be devastating to a student's academic performance and reputation.
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