Substance Abuse Specialists Join the Conversation About Marijuana
Substance abuse specialists join the conversation about marijuana
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As a discussion gains steam among Alachua County officials about how the legal system should treat people found with small amounts of marijuana, Gainesville substance abuse specialists are joining the conversation. Gwen Love, prevention service …
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Drug Abuse and Alcoholism: Painting the Face of Addiction
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Most recently, Monteith checked himself into a drug addiction treatment facility back in March 2013. So, it's not surprising that people might speculate Monteith died from an overdose. Shock, Confusion, Revenge: 7 Tips for Dealing With Sudden Death …
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Lynn Evans: Drop boxes part of prescription drug abuse battle
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Opiates, as well as the other commonly abused drugs such as benzodiazepines (Valium, Xanax, Ativan) and ADHD-treating drugs like Adderall and Ritalin, can be incredibly addictive. Although only some 12 percent to 20 percent of people who ever use …
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Some neighborhoods are politically exempt from drug treatment centers …
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Together, the two clinics treat 1,300 substance-abuse patients and the mentally ill. Nearby buildings provide social service and low-income housing services. Spearman said UMMC had been looking for a new location since 2009 after it was notified that …
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