FOX 5 Investigates: Teen Prescription Drug AbuseWASHINGTON - It's an epidemic that's getting kids hooked and the consequences could be lethal. The number of teens using and abusing prescription drugs has exploded. They are passing out pills at parties and sharing with friends. Experts say the cocktail of drugs and alcohol is a deadly game. Two-thirds of teens who abuse prescription drugs get … [Read more...]
Substance Abuse Counselors
May 2, 2015 By 8 Comments
What Is A Substance Abuse Counselor? Substance abuse counselors work with individuals and groups in various treatment settings, including Drug Rehab healthcare facilities, rehabilitation institutes, correctional institutes, community organizations, and social agencies. As of 2012, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS, www.bls.gov), substance abuse and behavioral disorder … [Read more...]
Rehab Centers And Likely Relapse
May 2, 2015 By 50 Comments
Drugs With The Highest Rate Of Relapse Stress, gender and exposure to drug-related stimuli serve as major risk factors in the initiation of drug abuse, but can also greatly increase the likelihood of relapse for recovering addicts. While these and other risk factors serve as major obstacles for individuals struggling to overcome alcohol and drug addiction, certain drugs prove significantly more … [Read more...]
