Addiction is a risk to us all
About 850,000 people aged 16-59 have taken a Class A drug in the past year, according to a new report from the Health & Social Care Information Centre. Of these some may try them once, some may use them regularly and some will become addicted.
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Local doctor tackles Ottawa's drug 'epidemic' with new treatment centre
Dr. Mark Ujjainwalla, who has been an addiction specialist for 25 years, says nearly 8,000 addicts in Ottawa tried to get help between 2011 and 2012 alone, and most of them were met with long waiting lists at area treatment centres. The long waiting …
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Five addiction experts weigh in on how Rob Ford could be helped
The outrageous Rob Ford drama that unfurled last week at Toronto City Hall has turned a spotlight on substance abuse and addiction treatment. After the mayor admitted to smoking crack and driving drunk, Mr. Ford said he has sought help from “a team of …
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Seen At 11: Powerful Drug Could Help People Kick Addictions
The drug is called ibogaine, it is a psychedelic that some have said is a wonder drug with unprecedented success in treating addiction. Others warn that there are big risks associated with the rehab drug. “I kept doing the drugs because I didn't want …
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New study shows promise for first effective medicine to treat cocaine dependence
Professor Bankole A. Johnson, Chairman of Psychiatry at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, reports latest findings on the anti-epileptic drug, topiramate. BALTIMORE, MD – New research published in JAMA Psychiatry reveals that topiramate, …
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Drug Rehab Helpline in Odessa Helps Addicts Find Treatment
Trained addiction specialists can provide callers with information needed to make a difference in your life. Attending a drug rehab program is strongly recommended to get the best possible treatment. Rehab programs allow patients to benefit from years …
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Drug Rehab Findlay's New Helpline Provides Help for Drug and Alcohol Addicts
People can reach the helpline at (419) 605-4662 and speak directly with an addiction and recovery specialist who can provide them with reliable information regarding drug and alcohol treatment programs and facilities. Many people are hesitant to enter …
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Question by aspiring: what’s the difference between an eating disorder hospital and?
an eating disorder treatment center?

Best answer:

Answer by Judy & Charlie
Usually a hospital program is part of an inpatient process.
An eating disorder “treatment center” could be an inpatient program or an outpatient program.

Know better? Leave your own answer in the comments!

Simi Valley psychiatrist fights license revocation
Gudeman was fired in 2002 after criticism for embroiling the department in governmental disputes about mental health treatment in juvenile hall. He started his private practice two years later and sees about 1,200 patients. The Medical Board case …
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Massachusetts activists push to fully legalize marijuana
"I'm not saying everyone who tries marijuana becomes a heroin addict, but the medical information is irrefutable that kids who start smoking marijuana are more likely to have substance abuse problems as adults," said Blodgett, who also serves as …
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Honolulu Alcohol Rehab Announces New Therapy Available for Adolescents …
Honolulu, HI (PRWEB) November 26, 2013. A Honolulu alcohol rehab center is announcing that new therapeutic programs are now available for adolescents battling binge drinking problems at Alcohol Addiction Treatment Centers. A 2012 study released by …
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El Paso Alcohol Rehab Launches Program Aimed at Reducing Drinking …
El Paso, TX (PRWEB) November 28, 2013. An El Paso alcohol rehab center has launched a new program geared to helping ethnic groups better understand how alcoholism affects their lives in a negative way through Alcohol Addiction Treatment Centers.
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