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WNC Communities Tackle Prescription Drug Problem

WNC communities tackle prescription drug problem
Western North Carolina communities are battling prescription drug abuse. / Photo Disc ASHEVILLE — Polk County is the latest Western North Carolina community to launch an initiative aimed at curbing prescription drug abuse and deaths from overdose, a problem that has hit rural areas… Continue reading

Minister Ambrose Co-Hosts Symposium on Prescription Drug Abuse

Minister Ambrose Co-Hosts Symposium on Prescription Drug Abuse
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With one of the highest substance abuse rates in the country, NH grant focuses on prevention efforts with youth
For a state grappling with statistically high alcohol and drug use, a $ 2.25… Continue reading

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Overdose Deaths From Prescription Drug Abuse Skyrocketing in Southwestern Pennsylvania

Overdose deaths from prescription drug abuse skyrocketing in southwestern Pennsylvania
Prescription drug abuse is an epidemic in Pennsylvania, and legislators and law enforcement officials are scrambling to address the rapidly growing problem. “I think we’re in a culture in which everything gets fixed — there is no level of …… Continue reading

New Substance Abuse Treatment Resources Focus on Teens

New substance abuse treatment resources focus on teens
( NIH/National Institute on Drug Abuse ) Resources to help parents, health care providers, and substance abuse treatment specialists treat teens struggling with drug abuse, as well as identify and interact with those who might be at risk, were released today by… Continue reading

Is Alcoholics Anonymous More Effective Than Cognitve Behavioral Therapy?

Question by abnjim5: Is Alcoholics Anonymous more effective than Cognitve Behavioral Therapy?
Much debate exists about which model is more effective in treating the problem of drug addiction. Some say AA is the only treatment that “works” while others choose the more human friendly non-religious CBT. AA uses rigid spiritual… Continue reading