substance abuse and mental health services administration

Herb Gold Interview: 'Elder Statesman of the Beat Generation'

Herb Gold interview: 'elder statesman of the Beat Generation'
I remember Ginsberg was helping (William) Burroughs write "Naked Lunch." I asked Burroughs why he was addicted to drugs – he'd been addicted pretty much his whole life – and Burroughs said, "It's something to do." Q: What … I like… Continue reading

Tollgate Center in Litchfield Proposed as Site for Drug Treatment Facility

Tollgate Center in Litchfield proposed as site for drug treatment facility
LITCHFIELD>> Tollgate Center LLC proposed to convert the Tollgate Hill Inn into a treatment center for at risk youth in an application to Litchfield's Inland Wetlands Commission early April. It will be an adolescent only, private pay, private placement… Continue reading

America's Heroin Epidemic: Where to Find Help

America's Heroin Epidemic: Where to Find Help
NBC News' series "Hooked: America's Heroin Epidemic" (April 7-9) shows just how devastating drug abuse can be on individuals and families. If you or anyone you know is battling a substance abuse problem, the resources below can offer help.
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Ninmann Announces Run for Dodge County Sheriff

Ninmann announces run for Dodge County sheriff
During her first year as sheriff, Ninmann said statistics show an increase of 5 percent in OWI citations, 12 percent increase in speed citations, and a 2.9 percent reduction in crashes. She said … If elected, Ninmann plans to continue the department …… Continue reading

Treating Drug Abuse as a Disease, Not a Crime

Treating Drug Abuse as a Disease, Not a Crime
In a survey released today by the Pew Research Center, 87 percent of people characterized drug abuse is either a “crisis” or a “serious problem” in the U.S. That number hasn’t changed much in nearly twenty years. What has changed is… Continue reading

Fort Hood Gunman Kills 3, Wounds 16, Then Commits Suicide; Some Victims

Fort Hood Gunman Kills 3, Wounds 16, Then Commits Suicide; Some Victims
The Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990 offers counseling to anyone who needs help in dealing with the Fort Hood shooting. The helpline, sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, is open 24 hours a… Continue reading