Addiction News
Breaking news about addiction therapies, counseling and rehabilitation services, events, resources, announcements, technology and products designed for all those affected by addiction and involved in treatment. This section covers addiction to substances and activities such as alcohol, drugs, sex and gambling that cause substantial harm to individuals as a result of repeated involvement.
MARR Introduces Business Development Team
New department will support growth and establish relationships in the community. - December 14, 2012 - MARR, Inc.
The Addictions Coach Selected to Teach National Certifications
The problem is that without proper training a lot of issues can arise in a situation and someone that is not properly trained can’t handle some of the issues that may arise and the client will suffer. - December 07, 2012 - The Addictions Coach
Foundation for a Drug-Free South is Stepping Up the Fight Against Drugs and Crime in Tennessee
“Scientology: How We Help—The Truth About Drugs, Creating a Drug-Free World,” details how communities are using the Church of Scientology’s Truth About Drugs program to fight the drug scourge. - November 23, 2012 - Drug Free South
BookYourCare Launches Online Health Marketplace for Treatment Providers
One of a Kind Industry Changing Digital Health Platform Launches to Offer Solutions for Treatment Facilities - November 17, 2012 - BookYourCare.com
E-Juice Plus Inc Announces a Healthier Juice for Electronic Cigarettes
Tobacco use is the single most preventable cause of death and disease in the United States. An estimated 46 million American adults currently smoke cigarettes and annually cigarette smoking causes approximately 443,000 deaths. This product will help to reverse these numbers. - November 06, 2012 - E-Juice Plus, Inc.
Managing Fear Author Announces How His Book Can Help Celebs and Others Deal with Their Addictions
With an Increased Number of Celebrities and Others Dealing with Rehab and Addiction, A Layman's Guide to Managing Fear is an excellent book to help any person regardless of social status. - November 03, 2012 - managingfear.com
A New Book A Layman’s Guide to Managing Fear Available
A New Book A Layman’s Guide to Managing Fear is Available. - November 01, 2012 - managingfear.com
TestCountry EU Launches, Making Available Instant Testing Kits & Lab Tests That Had Previously Only Been Attainable in the US & UK
TestCountry just opened their online store in Europe. Now, European countries can avail testing kits and various medical services. Testcountry.eu is available in German, Spanish, English, and French languages. - November 01, 2012 - TestCountry
Treatment Magazine Explores the Big Bucks Biz of Treating Addicted Physicians
Treatment Magazine, the nation's leading trade publication covering the $30 billion a year addiction treatment industry, explores how addiction centers fight tooth and nail for the highly lucrative business of treating doctors who are addicted to drugs and alcohol. It is hard to know exactly how... - October 29, 2012 - Treatment Magazine
TestCountry Launches New European Service
Testcountry is now serving customers in Europe with the launching of its European-specific website. Customers in Europe can now avail of products and testing kits that are not easily available in their country. Testcountry.eu is available in 4 different languages – Spanish, French, German, and English. - October 26, 2012 - TestCountry
Save the Michaels, ARPO, Other Advocacy Groups Protest FDA Failure to Protect Americans from Painkillers
On Monday, October 29, 2012 consumer advocacy groups from across the U.S. and Canada will stage a protest at the FDA’s White Oak campus in Silver Spring, Maryland to target FDA’s failure to protect Americans from harms associated with prescription painkillers. Over the last decade, the... - October 24, 2012 - Advocates for the Reform of Prescription Opioids, Inc.
Hawaii Island Recovery is a Useful Addiction Treatment Facility
Hawaii island recovery helps individuals recover from their addiction once and for all. - October 20, 2012 - Hawaii Island Recovery
Survey Reveals How Different Demographic Groups Perceive the Most Dangerous Drug for Our Kids in Today's Society Based on Age
TestCountry, one of the world's leading supplier of drug testing supplies and services, conducted a survey and asked older Americans about which drugs they thought were the most dangerous to young Americans. According to the survey, majority of respondents 65 years and older perceived that crack/meth are the most dangerous for our kids today. - October 18, 2012 - TestCountry
TestCountry Survey Shows Prescription Drugs & Synthetic Drugs as the Most Dangerous Teenage Drugs after Meth
Prescription drugs and synthetic drugs are two of the widely abused drug classes among teenagers today. Government statistics have shown that a growing number of youth using prescription drugs are easily gaining to prescription meds from friends and in their own households. Similarly, synthetic drug users escalate because there are still several headshops and convenience stores that sold products containing synthetic cannabinoids. - October 12, 2012 - TestCountry
Polaris & UMass to Develop Remote Brief Intervention Technology for Alcohol Misuse with Funding from a $340k Federal Grant
With new federal grant, Polaris and UMass Medical School will build a remote brief intervention and referral to treatment system to improve the detection of and service delivery for alcohol misuse among medical patients. - October 12, 2012 - Polaris Health Directions
Florida Man Releases Two Year Study on Electronic Cigarettes
Electronic cigarette companies are not able to make health claims, but that doesn’t mean a blogger who has used the products exclusively for two full years can’t publicize his chronicles of using the steam-powered cigarettes in an attempt to alert fellow consumers as to how the products have changed his life. Corporate Trainer and writer Dale Hanson published a special report on his experience smoking electronic cigarettes instead of tobacco cigarettes. - October 10, 2012 - VaporCigarette.com
Free e-Book, "Hidden Bible Taboos" is Offered by Clinical Psychological Services, LLC to Assist 2012 Doomsday Religious Addicts and Family Members
With the soon approach of December 21, 2012, and recent news media putting fear into viewers regarding the end of the world, some religious people have already started doing bizarre things such as building compounds, hording food, and stock piling weapons. In an effort to assist those that may be... - October 09, 2012 - Clinical Psychological Services, LLC
The Addictions Coach Expands Mobile Rehab to Include Sober Companions and Sober Coaches
Sober Coaches and Companions are the key to staying sober post rehab or treatment and Cali Estes, owner of The Addictions Coach is adding them to the arsenal of defense to combat addictions. - September 27, 2012 - The Addictions Coach
Reality Tour Returns to WVHS: Program Offers Students and Parents the Eye-Opening Production of a Day in the Life of a Drug-Addicted Teen
On Wednesday, October 17th at 7PM the Wayne Alliance will host the third annual Reality Tour at Wayne Valley High School. The program includes a theatrical presentation of the dangerous consequences of drug and alcohol abuse and a question and answer panel. The Reality Tour is open to the public. However, middle school students are highly encouraged to attend with their parents. - September 27, 2012 - Wayne Alliance
Positive Promotions Advocates a Drug-Free America During Red Ribbon Week
Red Ribbon Week is a nationally celebrated event promoting a drug-free lifestyle during the month of October. Positive Promotions is pleased to announce their product line dedicated to educating today’s youth about the dangers of drug use and encouraging them to live drug-free. With over 400 affordable products to choose from, everyone from schools, to local businesses, and other organizations can contribute to the cause by hosting a drug-free event. - September 26, 2012 - Positive Promotions
MARR Named "Top 10 Volunteer Opportunities in Atlanta" by GreatNonprofits.org
Atlanta volunteers and interns weigh in on the area’s best organizations to offer time and talents - September 21, 2012 - MARR, Inc.
Trial of Quit Tea and Behavioral Modification Therapy Results Positive
In partnership with Costa Rican smoking cessation clinic Sin Humo, Quit Tea was part of a small trial that yielded impressive results, 75% of the smokers became smoke free, when Quit Tea was used in combination with Sin Humo's proprietary behavioral modification therapy. - September 13, 2012 - Quit Tea LLC
Judge Orders Maryland Dept. of Human Resources to Cease Extensive Violations of Its Own Residential Child Care Laws
In a ruling that is startling in its implications, a Montgomery County Circuit Court judge has ordered the Maryland Department of Human Resources (DHR) to refrain from the abusive tactics it has pursued in shutting down a 40-year-old business that serves adolescent children in the Maryland/DC metro... - August 30, 2012 - Koba Institute, Inc.
Drug-Free South Reaches Out at National Night Out
The Foundation for a Drug-Free South participated in National Night Out Against Crime by distributing the Truth About Drugs booklets. - August 15, 2012 - Drug Free South
The Addictions Coach Utilizes New Technology to Combat Drug and Alcohol Addictions
Cali Estes, The Addictions Coach, utilizes the world of Skype and FaceTime to reach more clients than a traditional rehab or therapy setting. She is paving the way to industry change with new technology. - August 11, 2012 - The Addictions Coach
Polaris Awarded Grant to Improve Patient Engagement in Treatment for Chemical Dependency
Polaris, in collaboration with the New Hope Foundation, will be enhancing its chemical dependency outcomes management system to better predict and improve engagement rates in treatment. - August 08, 2012 - Polaris Health Directions
Behavioral Health Group Announces Transition of CEO Andrew Love to Advisory Role; Board Appoints Chairman, Mike Cannizzaro, as Chairman and CEO
The Board of Directors of Behavioral Health Group (“BHG” or “the Company”) today announced that Andrew Love has stepped down as Chief Executive Officer and Director and has transitioned to a consulting role with the Company as he pursues a new opportunity. He is succeeded by... - July 29, 2012 - Behavioral Health Group
Behavioral Health Group Announces Appointment of Kelly Clark, MD, MBA as Chief Medical Officer
The Board of Directors of Behavioral Health Group (“BHG” or “the Company”) today announced the appointment of Kelly J. Clark, MD, MBA, as Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Clark joined BHG July 9, 2012. Dr. Clark joins BHG with a wide breadth and depth of both clinical and... - July 29, 2012 - Behavioral Health Group
Foundation for a Drug-Free South Halting Rampant Drug Abuse
Active in drug education and prevention throughout the year, the Foundation for a Drug-Free South participated in the United Nations Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. - July 14, 2012 - Drug Free South
The Addictions Coach Creates a Mobile Couples Coaching Practice
Cali Estes, of the Addictions Coach, found a need for spouses and families to understand what the addict is experiencing and how it may impact their marriage specifically and began offering couples coaching sessions in the comfort of the couple’s home. - July 05, 2012 - The Addictions Coach
The Addictions Coach Expands Services Into Cleveland House
The Addictions Coach Company and Cleveland House team up to offer sober coaching, life coaching and therapy to the residents of the halfway house. Long gone are the days of residents of sober living houses forced to trek miles for services. The Addictions Coach comes directly to them. - June 22, 2012 - The Addictions Coach
COR Retreat Releases Food Addiction Infographic
COR Retreat, a non-profit food addiction treatment program in Minnesota, releases an infographic titled Understanding Food Addiction in America, featuring statistics, symptoms and treatment options. - May 31, 2012 - COR Retreat, Inc.
Cali Estes, the Addictions Coach, Exposes Xanax Prescription Drug Abuse on NBC Nightly News
The Addictions Coach exposes the pitfalls of abusing Xanax and how doctors do not explain all the issues surrounding the drug clearly to clients before they get hooked and can not quit. - May 25, 2012 - The Addictions Coach
Mootu.com Offers a Directory for Mental Health Professionals Who Seek to Deliver Counselling Online in the UK
Many mental health professionals in the UK have been waiting on a “one-stop shop” to link their counseling services to clients via videoconferencing software. - May 11, 2012 - Online Therapy Institute
The Pharma Compliance Group Announces Exclusive Sales Agreement with LearnSomething, Inc. for DEA Compliance Online Training
The Pharma Compliance Group (PCG) announce that it has signed an exclusive marketing and sales agreement with LearnSomething, Inc. to offer online training for the pharma industry to support DEA compliance of the CSA and CFR for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and other DEA registrants. - May 07, 2012 - Pharma Compliance Group, LLC
MARR South Announces Name Change to TRADITIONS Recovery Center
New name reflects the center’s commitment to tried-and-true residential recovery methods. - April 26, 2012 - MARR, Inc.
eReviewGuide.com Tackles the Sensitive Issue of MMORPG Addiction
MMORPG addiction is an "acceptable addiction." That is what makes it so harmful. Acceptable addictions are still addictions and they still cause personal pain and personal harm. Ereviewguide.com has issued a comprehensive guide on how people suffering from World of Warcraft addiction, Star Wars: The Old Republic addiction and MMORPG addiction can realistically beat their habit. - April 24, 2012 - eReviewGuide.com
The Addictions Coach Expands Services to Include Fitness, Yoga and Nutrition
Nutrition and fitness are integral parts of the recovery from addiction process and many rehabs do not even offer those services. The Addiction Coach includes them in their packages. - April 16, 2012 - The Addictions Coach
H & S Business Services Introduces Mobile Laboratory Services for On-Site Collections
Mobile on-site drug testing has reached new heights with the Mobile Drug Test Laboratory from H&S Business Services that comes on-site to your place of business. - April 13, 2012 - H&S Business Services, LLC.
Partnership to Protect Native Youth
Statistics on child welfare in Indian Country, although far from complete, paint a troubling picture of too many children being neglected and even abused, with substance abuse emerging as the most common contributing factor. For this reason, Lamar Associates-Indian Country Training and the National... - April 05, 2012 - Lamar Associates
Polaris Presents at the National Conference on Health & Domestic Violence
Polaris presented last week at the National Conference on Health and Domestic Violence on the use of outcomes management technology to better detect IPV among chemically dependent adults. - April 04, 2012 - Polaris Health Directions
The Addictions Coach Creates a Mobile Rehab to Combat Drug and Alcohol Addictions
The Addictions Coach Company has gone mobile by bringing the rehab to the client. By realizing that each client is unique and their pattern of addiction is unique with a root cause, Cali Estes, is able to address the addiction at the core and assist the addict in making the necessary changes and positive steps in their life. - March 26, 2012 - The Addictions Coach
Stop Smoking Breakthrough - a Full-Length Cessation Program for the Masses
The "Smoke-Free Key" is an intensive, behavior-based, full-length stop smoking program, with a big difference: It's available in all popular formats and ready for immediate download onto most popular devices. - March 16, 2012 - The Stop Smoking For Good Company
Losing a Loved One to Drugs: Narconon® Says "Enough is Enough!"
Narconon Manchester announces free training in its drug withdrawal method. - March 09, 2012 - Narconon United Kingdom
CounSol.com Offers a Virtual Platform for Mental Health Professionals Who Seek to Manage Their Practices and Deliver Counseling Online
Many mental health professionals have been waiting on a “one-stop shop,” a platform that offers practice management as well as online counseling delivery. Now a reasonably priced and HIPAA-secure option is available. - February 29, 2012 - Online Therapy Institute
Marin Services for Women is Closing Its Doors
Venerable Marin institution ceases operations due to financial difficulties. - February 07, 2012 - Marin Services for Women
Advocacy Group Warns FDA on New Hydrocodone Formulations
A consumer advocacy group has warned the FDA that new single entity, extended-release (ER) formulations of the opioid painkiller hydrocodone could bring on the next tidal wave of overdose deaths and addictions if approved by the agency. Advocates for the Reform of Prescription Opioids, Inc. (ARPO),... - February 03, 2012 - Advocates for the Reform of Prescription Opioids, Inc.
The Bright Path Ishayas Announce New Help for Alcohol Addiction
The Bright Path Ishayas were able to offer their teaching and meditation practices to alcohol addiction patients, teaching them to find peace from within instead of turning to liquor. Through the Bright Path, alcohol addicted people are able to find a solution they have never tried before, a series... - February 02, 2012 - The Bright Path Ishayas
2StopSmokingTips.com Reveals How to Keep Your New Year Stop Smoking Resolution Through New Resource
Find out how to keep your new year resolution to stop smoking, why quit smoking resolutions fail as well as how to succeed with your new year determination to cease smoking. - January 28, 2012 - 2stopsmokingtips.com
Top Counseling Firm, Innovation 360, Announces Expansion
Innovation 360, a leading team of counselors for alcoholism, addiction, depression and anxiety, has expanded its practice to include a Ft. Worth area location to better accommodate clients from across North Texas. - January 28, 2012 - Innovation 360