Adolescents with social anxiety disorder, addiction benefit from treatment …
“Given finite treatment resources and the reality that addiction is lifelong, [Alcoholics Anonymous-related helping] should be encouraged for socially anxious youths in particular.” – by Amanda Oldt. Disclosure: The study was partly funded by grants … Read more on Healio

N.C. bill would reduce number of teens in adult courts
He had a substance abuse problem, and Feld got a judge to order intensive treatment three to four times a week. He had a troubled relationship with his parents, and the judge had the authority to require both parents to take an active part in their son … Read more on Charlotte Observer

Jail expansion to include substance abuse program
The county's jail expansion will add 104 beds in three pods as well as 32 isolation beds, a control area, training room and multipurpose room for programs including substance abuse treatment. Daley said the jail needs space because it is continuously … Read more on NewsOK.com