Bipolar Disorder Increases Risk for Premature Birth
Women with a history of severe bipolar disorder have a much higher chance of giving birth to their children prematurely, a new study finds.
Mathematical Formulas May Spot Problem Gamblers Before Addiction Sets In
In the science fiction thriller Minority Report, the police were able to eliminate crime thanks to the efforts of special investigators with the power to see into the future. Being able to predict impending criminal activity gave law enforcement a leg up on the competition, changing the old adage from “crime doesn’t pay” to “crime …
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The Recovery Place Addiction Treatment Center Welcomes New Executive Director
Diane Funston, RN, joins The Recovery Place addiction treatment center as executive director.
Verbally Advanced Kids Have Higher Risk for Teen Alcohol Abuse
As they grow older, children naturally develop increasing levels of mastery over the skills required for verbal communication. However, some children experience a greater advancement of their verbal skills than others. In a study published in 2014 in the journal Alcoholism: Clinical & Experimental Research, researchers from the U.S. and Finland investigated the connection between …
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Drug Use in Middle School Predicts High School Dropouts
Drug abuse is a well-known issue for a substantial minority of teenagers living in the U.S. and in many other countries. Possible consequences of this abuse include disrupted growth and development, conduct problems at home or in the classroom, increased involvement in risky behavior and increased chances of underperforming in school or dropping out of …
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The Sexual Recovery Institute® Celebrates 20 Years of Treating Sex and Intimacy Disorders
In recognition of its 20th anniversary, the skilled clinicians at the Sexual Recovery Institute have planned a series of events throughout 2015.
Clarity Way® Addiction Treatment Center Welcomes New Clinical Director Jack Gilbert
Jack Gilbert, MSW, joins Clarity Way addiction treatment center as its clinical director. Gilbert brings extensive experience in crisis intervention and residential support services to Clarity Way’s multidisciplinary treatment team.
Promises Treatment Centers® Adult Intensive Outpatient Program Opens in Santa Monica
Promises Treatment Centers opens a new outpatient addiction treatment program in Santa Monica for adults ages 28 and over. The predominantly group format complements individual therapy and focuses on recovery skills and relapse prevention.
Depression and Self-Harm More Likely in Bullied Siblings
Those who were bullied by their siblings during adolescence are twice as likely to report being depressed and twice as likely to report self-harming, according to new research from the United Kingdom.
Women’s Addiction Treatment Program Opens at The Sundance Center in Arizona
An exclusive residential treatment program for women seeking to recover from addictions and co-occurring relationship issues, trauma, grief and other underlying disorders opens at The Sundance Center.