Oregon shooting victims: Teens just starting out, teacher
Tonja Johnson Engel said that her son had struggled with drug abuse, but decided to continue his education after completing a six-month rehab program with The Salvation Army in Portland. "The other day, he looked at me and hugged me and said, 'Mom, … Read more on CBS46 News Atlanta

Hillary Clinton fired up the most faithful Granite State Democrats on Saturday …
During her remarks, too, a few Sanders supporters clapped and cheered when she spoke about drug treatment, campaign finance reform and social security. "Everyone needs a champion and I am just getting warmed up," Clinton said. "I believe in America, … Read more on MyArkLaMiss (press release) (blog)

Rehmer Reportedly Leaving As State Mental Health Chief
14, 2012, shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Rehmer worked with the governor's budget office to reverse plans to cut more than $ 7 million in funds from mental health and addiction programs. "We really can't afford to hit the service … Read more on Hartford Courant

Spread of for-profit clothing bins is drawing complaints
Donations left in Goodwill or Salvation Army bins are often sold to fund services such as employment training and alcohol-treatment programs. Donations left in Viltex's bins? No one really knows. Viltex's sparse website says the company is a for-profit … Read more on Philly.com

How a Woman Overcame Her Exercise Addiction
Outside the treatment center, fitness wasn't a negative thing — it was hailed as the paramount of perfection, attractiveness, and appeal. (Read about 13 Mental Health Benefits of Exercise.) Over time, exercise became a means of coping with all … Read more on POPSUGAR

'Unguarded' event at Northern Highlands to tell story of drug abuse struggle
He plans on sharing his experiences of life as a teen, an athlete and a speaker who lived a life of desperation in the form of addiction. The program will highlight the dangers of substance abuse and importance of living a healthy lifestyle and making … Read more on NorthJersey.com

In Ky., teaching kids optimism, empathy, gratitude
Hedrick said Core Life is just one of several substance-abuse prevention strategies that are being developed in Northern Kentucky. Other programs will address students in middle school and high school. To learn more about the NKY Prevention Alliance … Read more on Cincinnati.com

Framingham day center for homeless to close
The center was launched as a pilot program conceived by the nonprofit organization, town officials, the local Police Department, and the Salvation Army to give homeless adults a place to congregate indoors during daytime hours, when many overnight … Read more on Boston Globe

Obesity, alcohol abuse, mental health named as top health concerns in Kent …
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Obesity, alcohol abuse and mental health issues emerged as the top health concerns in Kent County, according to surveys and forums with residents. Depression and stress also were named as significant concerns, according to a report … Read more on MLive.com

Last-minute donations roll in before 2015
BATON ROUGE – The Salvation Army and other charities across Baton Rouge saw a last-minute surge of donations Wednesday, the last day for this year's tax deduction. The Salvation Army says it's one of the busiest days of the year for donations. The … Read more on WBRZ

Business notes: Industry news across East Texas, Jan. 12
Drake Real Estate & Investments is a commercial real estate and investment firm offering expert advice and representation to clients in all areas of commercial real estate throughout Northeast Texas and Western Louisiana. For more, visit … Drug … Read more on Tyler Morning Telegraph

East of Palo Alto's Eden
With a father who was an alcoholic, he had few role models and dropped out. He ended up in jail for 17 years for various convictions of drug use and robbery before beating his habit and starting a nationally renowned drug rehabilitation program in East … Read more on TechCrunch

How Your Menstrual Cycle Could Affect Attempts To Quit Smoking
… Mendrek concludes that “taking the menstrual cycle into consideration could help women to stop smoking,” and calls for more studies that investigate the biological differences in men and women when it comes to cigarette smoking and addiction … Read more on Huffington Post

How to Feel Adequate and Worthy
Adam was a very competent dentist until a brain injury from a hiking accident caused him to lose his ability to practice dentistry. Not only could he no longer use his hands effectively, but his speech was sometimes slurred and he could not walk … Read more on Huffington Post

Giving and receiving: On the road to recovery; Couple addicted to drugs gave …
A very pregnant Nu Contreras and her husband, Ricardo, were driving toward the Salvation Army's Depot Family Crisis Center in Marysville from Arizona in October 2013 to get help for their drug addictions when their third child arrived in Riverside … Read more on Appeal-Democrat

TN third in prostitution, Ketron tells commissioners
MURFREESBORO – Tennessee ranks third in the nation in prostitution, state Sen. Bill Ketron told county commissioners Monday. A Republican from Murfreesboro, Ketron said he's learned from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation that human trafficking is … Read more on The Daily News Journal

5 WTF Marijuana Moments of 2014
It was a banner year for marijuana in politics, with market legalization in Oregon and Alaska, personal legalization in Washington DC and South Portland, Maine, decriminalization in two New Mexico counties and six Michigan cities, and medical marijuana … Read more on AlterNet

Scott Stapp Not Placed Back In Psych Hold After Wife Calls 911: Creed Singer …
"My dad is too busy posting songs on his FB hiding out for attention rather then getting his act together #dadstop. To all tho confused, my father once again chose drugs over his family. He needs help, but refuses to get it. He's been on a 9 week binge … Read more on KDramaStars

For a mother in recovery, much to be thankful for
The Salvation Army is supported by the Sun Sentinel Children's Fund, a McCormick Foundation Fund, which assists South Florida nonprofit organizations that help local families and children in need. "We are addicts, and will be for life," Howington adds. Read more on Sun Sentinel