drug use

Methadone: Where We Are Part 1


 

Methadone: Where We Are Part 1 – A slightly dated but informative video about Methadone Treatment. This 2 part series was edited for time & content. It covers everything from “How methadone works in the body” to “The Stigma Associated By Patients”. It includes stories from those who are in MMT, counselors, and doctors. The problems faced by MMT today is almost identical to the problems of yesterday which tells me there has been very little change despite overwhelming evidence to support the use MMT through the years.

 

Wife Links Husband's Suicide to Steroid and GHB Use

Transgender in Maine – It Gets Better (Captioned)


 

Transgender In Maine – It Gets Better (Captioned) – Jean is a transgender activist living in Maine. These are her thoughts about what options GLBT kids have to help them make it through middle and high school. (This video is closed captioned.)

 

Peter King: Crennel, Quinn open up on Chiefs' inspired win with heavy hearts

Filed under: drug addiction help in maine

Could Jovan Belcher, the undrafted kid from Maine signed by Pioli in his rookie season as general manager in 2009, really have had the presence of mind to go to the Arrowhead complex with one overriding intention? To thank the …. "I'd like to think …
Read more on SI.com

Drug Addiction Helpline: If Someone Close Has a Problem With Alcoholism or Drug Addiction

There are millions of people suffering from alcoholism and other drug addiction in this country. A recent study reported that 28 million people age 12 and older used illicit drugs during the past year. By current estimates, more than 76 million people have been exposed to alcoholism and drug addiction. Experience shows that for every person with alcoholism or drug addiction, at least four others are affected by their behavior.

The person who has someone close who abusing alcohol or abuses drugs has plenty of company. People experiencing alcohol abuse, alcoholism, drug abuse or drug addiction often feel they hurt only themselves. That isn’t true. They also hurt their families, friends, coworkers, employers, and others.

Proposition 36: How It Works


 

Addiction Help Nevada: Drug Addiction in Nevada

Drug addiction is growing by the day and has affected the lives of countless people who once led a normal, healthy life. Almost 24% men while 16% percent of women in America have admitted to abusing at least one type of drug if not all and the number of teenagers abusing drugs is on the rise. The drug situation in Nevada is grim and the imported and locally produced meth leads the list of drugs that concern Nevada. In the urban parts of the state, cocaine especially crack cocaine is being abused on a large scale while clubs drugs have become a regular feature of number of nightclubs out there. Its close proximity to California makes it an important transshipment point for smuggling drugs, which is why drugs are available in abundance in Nevada.

Wondering What Resources People Use When Seeking Drug or Alcohol Treatment for Addiction and Alcoholism?

Question by Sober Nexus: Wondering what resources people use when seeking drug or alcohol treatment for addiction and alcoholism?
I have been involved with a company called sober nexus that offers free online information for those seeking a drug rehab or substance abuse treatment center. I’m wondering what resources OTHER people use when seeking drug or alcohol treatment for addiction and alcoholism?

Best answer:

Answer by Hopefully Helpful
AA and NA are two good support groups. A person’s PCP can also help get a person into a treatment program. I hope you are doing OK. Best Wishes.