“Fine I will leave, and when I kill myself it is your fault!”.
He tells me he does not need rehab and will not be going. In his mind things are back to … Carers warn increased drug use, particularly ice, is also exacerbating the rate of mental health issues in the community. Program medical director of emergency … Read more on Herald Sun

Facebook Shuts Down Medical-Marijuana Pages in Arizona and Other States
Prince says a growing list of Arizona dispensary pages representing tens of thousands of patients have been taken down. But inexplicably, some remain … "Officials from Breakwater Wellness and Treatment Center in Cranbury and Compassionate Sciences … Read more on Phoenix New Times

County or city: Who is responsible for dealing with LA homelessness?
The county has stumbled on rules that, for example, earmark funds for foster care but not for family housing, or pay for a clinic patient's drug rehab but not a jail inmate's. The county for too long was unwilling or unable to work with the state and … Read more on Los Angeles Times

Drug overdose deaths soar in 2015
The Open Door is also stepping up its efforts at the Indiana County Jail with what Mercuri called “an intensive outpatient program,” which will roll out in the next two weeks with help from other organizations such as the Armstrong Indiana Drug and … Read more on Indiana Gazette

Mother who lost son to heroin: Talk about it
The former Shrewsbury man died Sunday from a heroin overdose after being released from a drug rehabilitation facility in Florida. Kevin's mother, Michelle Outen, chose to disclose the … Ultimately, the short stays in rehab weren't nearly long enough … Read more on York Dispatch

Why addiction is suddenly a hot investment sector in Philly
Federal changes boosting access to care for alcoholics and drug addicts as well as people with mental illness, and growing attention to deaths from prescription painkillers and heroin, are luring investors to buy into addiction treatment. Plus … Read more on Philly.com

O'Malley urges Iowans to "shift the dynamic of the race"
We worked on addiction and drug treatment. I learned if you treat the physical component without the mental component, you're playing a game of whack-a-mole, you … Now we have the most unrepresentative House of Representatives in modern times." He … Read more on Spencer Daily Reporter

Medicaid managed care plans may get financial boost to cover addiction treatment
Chris Benedetto, a 30-year-old who started using heroin when he was 13 years old, in Scranton, Pennsylvania, says he needed much more than 15 or even 30 days in rehab to kick his drug habit. "I was really young," Benedetto said. "I actually was … Read more on Healthcare Payer News

Drug rehab centres in Sydney's west 'struggling'
Under-pressure rehabilitation facilities have accused the New South Wales Government of neglecting drug abuse and addiction in Sydney's western suburbs. Wayback Rehabilitation Centre in Harris Park has been treating people with addictions for more … Read more on ABC Online

Life Changes Canada Inc.: Fentanyl Addict Cleans up and Opens Drug Rehab
Though few do go on to beat this addiction by themselves, some people struggle with this terrible addiction with a feeling of no way out. A wonderful example of such willpower, dedication and drive is a gentleman by the name of Christopher J. Fagan. Read more on Business Wire (press release)

Eye on Augusta: Showdown Likely Over Anti-Drug Legislation
Senate President Mike Thibodeau (R-Waldo County), Senate Democratic Leader Justin Alfond (D-Portland) and House Speaker Mark Eves (D-North Berwick) presented their bipartisan drug enforcement bill on December 9. (Photo by Andi Parkinson). Read more on Freepress Online

Inside China's first rehab hospital for contagious disease patients in Zhongshan
Ankle chains, heavy locks and unforgiving handcuffs – these are the harrowing scenes to be found inside China's first rehab hospital. Zhongshan City Second People's Hospital Southern Branch in southern China was specifically built for patients with … Read more on Daily Mail

Family, friends hope Ron Hynes' death shines light on drug addiction
White, Morris and Joel Hynes all say there should be more help and treatment services for drug addicts in the province, which they say has seen a spike in crime and drug use in recent years. "Newfoundland and Labrador needs help. We are crying out for … Read more on CTV News

Life Testimony: Founding Drug Treatment and Rehabilitation Center, Drug Addict …
Editor's note: This story talks about the life testimony of Li Ming, the founder of the Faith Hope Love Family. It tells of how God successfully led him out of drugs, called him to establish a drug rehabilitation center ,and to help lots of drug … Read more on China Christian Daily (press release)

Maine plan to attack drug crisis would spend equally on treatment, enforcement
AUGUSTA — Legislative leaders on Wednesday unveiled a $ 4.8 million proposal to fight the state's drug crisis that includes more agents to crack down on dealers and more treatment for people already addicted. The plan, backed by three of the four … Read more on Press Herald

Shasta County mental health resources
Outpatient alcohol and drug programs: 225-5200. Programs treat alcohol and drug abuse and provide counseling, substance abuse education and crisis intervention. Youth mental health services: 225-5200. Outpatient counseling, assessments, case … Read more on Redding Record Searchlight

Dr. Arturo Taca, Jr., St. Louis Psychiatrist, Elected Midwest Chapter …
INSynergy Treatment Center is the premier alcohol and drug rehabilitation facility in St. Louis, Mo. Patients at INSynergy are treated using a modern-day approach combining medical pharmaceutical therapy with counseling. To learn more, please visit … Read more on STLtoday.com

Talking about mental health: Locals say Elko needs more services
His treatment center focuses specifically on addiction treatment, and cannot diagnose mental health concerns. The only psychiatrist practicing in Elko, Ron Zedek, comes from out of town and holds office hours one day a month at … She believes drug … Read more on Elko Daily Free Press

Local heroes rewarded for efforts
As will David Benton, the clinic director of Hanmer Clinic Tauranga, which provides outpatient alcohol and drug addiction treatment, and co-chairman of the Midlands Addiction Advisory Forum. The award ceremony of all the Kiwibank Bay of Plenty Local … Read more on New Zealand Herald

Reclaiming life, one day at a time
“After sleeping in the homeless shelter, enduring drug withdrawals, depression and isolation, I became more willing than I ever have before and finally asked my younger brother to take me to rehab,” he said. Ayala said he encourages others to find … Read more on The Collegian

Point of view: New mental health law good for Indiana
The new law, HEA 1006, will work to reduce recidivism through educational and vocational programs, substance abuse treatment and cognitive behavioral therapies. The Indiana Division of Mental Health and Addictions notes that 15 percent of men and 31 … Read more on The Elkhart Truth

G&G Holistic Addiction Treatment Program Provides Free Lifelong Aftercare …
As part of its inpatient program, G&G Holistic Addiction Treatment provides a comfortable, safe and secure Zen-like environment located on a peaceful, serene campus in North Miami Beach, Florida. The program utilizes innovative treatments, and provides … Read more on PR Newswire (press release)

Drug use may cause prison term for robber
Derrick D. Powell, 31, of Dysinger Road, drew Sheldon's ire for taking Suboxone while he was in an inpatient drug rehabilitation program. Powell was sent there after his Aug. 28 guilty plea to third-degree robbery for stealing $ 60 during a drug deal in … Read more on Buffalo News