Lawrence students criticize sexual assault policy
The university may require a perpetrator to get counseling to learn about healthy relationships, undergo treatment for alcohol abuse or leave the university entirely, she said. If university leaders don't expel individuals who violate the policy, their … Read more on Appleton Post Crescent
Clinton's campaign will make substance abuse, mental health key issues
People with addiction have found that treatment facilities are full and insurance companies won't cover the cost. The Affordable Care Act mandates that insurance plans make substance abuse and mental health treatment essential benefits, but treatment … Read more on Washington Post (blog)
NT warned not to tackle ice addiction at expense of alcohol abuse programs
However, the Northern Territory already has high rates of alcohol abuse and community groups are warning against removing any money from tackling the Territory's grog problems. Donna Hunter said she has been caring for her three grandchildren since … Read more on ABC Online
Options Recovery expands to new offices in Berkeley
Options Recovery Services is set to expand to Berkeley's Old City Hall annex space this month. The drug and alcohol treatment program is currently located on Center Street, and will retain that space while moving mostly administrative offices into the … Read more on Berkeleyside
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