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July 2013

Federal Rules Eased for Opioid Addiction Treatment Drug

/ By / Addiction, Addiction Recovery, Drug Addiction

A relaxed rule is good news for drug addiction facilities. Federal regulators are allowing more flexibility for physicians prescribing buprenorphine, a drug important in treating those with an opioid addiction. According to the American Medical Association, this move is an important one in a nation representing the consumption of 99 percent of the manufactured hydrocodone. …

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Plagues ICU Patients

/ By / Featured, Mental Health, Trauma

The diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder is often assumed to have some relation to the individual’s time in a warzone or some other violent activity that generates an emotional response. New research suggests that PTSD can set in after other stressful situations. A recent Science Daily release shared the findings of a study conducted by …

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5 Tips for Mothers to Prevent Daughters From Making the Same Mistakes

/ By / Family Resources

A mother who has survived addiction naturally would like to do everything in her power to protect her children from making the same mistakes she made. She may feel especially responsible for the welfare of her daughters, who, as they grow and mature, will increasingly look to her for guidance as they attempt to make …

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Five Mental Disorders Are ‘Linked’ Through Our Genes

/ By / Mood Disorders

Researchers are constantly seeking clues that may unlock the mysteries of mental illness. A recent discovery about a genetic link between five major disorders has great potential for helping professionals find better ways to treat and diagnose mental illness. Scientists found genetic links between the following disorders: attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, and schizophrenia. …

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Mexican Drug Cartels Using Cannons to Fire Marijuana Across Border

/ By / Addiction, Drug Addiction, Featured

The manufacturer with a strong demand in the market often seeks to get the product to market through the most efficient means possible. Very few manufacturers would rely on makeshift cannons to complete the task. This medium is not too outrageous for Mexican drug cartels, however. According to a recent Time magazine report, borders won’t …

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The Funhouse Mirror That Is Anorexia

/ By / Adolescent Issues, Eating Disorders

Imagine looking in the mirror and seeing something that isn’t really there, an image that doesn’t exist. This is the everyday occurrence for the individual struggling with anorexia nervosa. This most common of the eating disorders causes the individual to see a very different image in the mirror than what the glass reflects. This distorted …

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First-of-Its-Kind Study Finds Marijuana in Blood One Month After Abstinence

/ By / Addiction, Adolescent Issues, Drug Addiction

The legalization of marijuana in states like Colorado requires additional regulation to make the legalization safe for all residents. For instance, there are many adverse effects associated with the use of cannabis, such as an increased risk of psychotic episodes. In addition, cannabis use may impact other areas of physical and mental health. The legalization …

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Addiction’s Impact on Wealth Management the Focus of Breakfast Briefing by Promises Treatment Centers and Inheriting Wisdom

/ By / Promises News

On July 19, 2013, Inheriting Wisdom and Promises Treatment Centers will host an event to educate financial advisors, entrepreneurs, family businesses and other professionals about the impact of significant life challenges like addiction and raising special needs children on families’ wealth planning. Chicago, IL (PRWEB) July 2, 2013 – On July 19, 2013, from 8 …

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Doing Battle With Your Emotions and Making Headway in Recovery

/ By / Recovery

Emotional turmoil can wreak havoc on your best intentions in recovery. No matter how recent your experience in rehab or how long you’ve been in effective sobriety, when your emotions tie you in knots, there are bound to be some negative impacts on your life. It doesn’t have to be this way. In fact, there …

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