Could Philip Seymour Hoffman's Death Finally Change the Conversation About …
… to describe a person with a substance use problem. How can we expect people who struggle to step forward and ask for help when they expect to feel misunderstood at best and possibly even denigrated and shamed? … Jeff Foote, Ph.D. Dr. Foote is a … Read more on Huffington Post

Northern New England tackles growing drug problem
"New Hampshire has among the highest rates in the country of drug and alcohol abuse and dependence but ranks at the bottom in accessing treatment," Hassan said in her State of the State address. "We must focus on improving access to treatment for all … Read more on Seacoastonline.com

Selena Gomez speaks out after rehab revelation
"I've done everything I could to the best of my ability. Thank you for the … 5, a rep for Gomez confirmed that the starlet had voluntarily spent time at the Dawn of the Meadows facility in Wickenburg, Ariz., but said that it wasn't to treat substance … Read more on amNY

Question by Sunrayye: Caught: Drug counciling, what will they do with me?
So I’m 16 and my mom recently found out that I smoke marijuana. She doesn’t have any tolerance for drugs so of course she is going to do something about it. She figures something must be wrong with me.

A little background on me: I am an honor roll student, never gotten a detention or anything like that, never get in trouble. I don’t come from a broken home, I’m not depressed, and nothing is bothering me. I have a good life. Also, me and her have a close relationship.

I do it simply because I like it.

She doesn’t have the specifics figured out yet, but I overheard her saying something about Drug Counseling, along with similar things in Google history.

What do you suppose they would say/do to someone like me?
“Drug diversion”…So they are going to try to divert me from it? I don’t see that possible…I wont argue or anything though because that will give them more fuel to work with. I’ll listen to what they have to say but I just don’t think they are going to be able to change my mind because I’ve heard/read it all before.

Best answer:

Answer by davidosterberg1
The laws are for your protection. The fact that you’re 16 and “do it because you like it” is the reason the laws were enacted in the first place. You have a lot going for you. Don’t throw it all away.

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Selena Gomez left rehab 4 weeks early: Drug and alcohol treatment cut short
While her reps denied Gomez was addicted to drugs or alcohol, sources said she had grown dependent on pot, Ambien and booze and was heart-broken after her break-up from Justin Bieber. Selena's camp blamed Justin for being a "bad influence," but … Read more on Examiner.com

Question by Unknown Person: Define “Addiction” in your own way?
How would you define the word “addiction”?

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Answer by perfume.addict
‘i cannot live without it!’

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Substance abuse counselor convicted of murder in Torrance pedestrian's death
Los Angeles >> A substance abuse counselor who drove two miles through Torrance with a dying man on her windshield was convicted Tuesday of second-degree murder, drunken driving and hit-and-run charges. Sherri Lynn Wilkins showed no response as … The … Read more on Daily Breeze

Alcohol & Drug Rehab Kenosha Launches Center to Battle Substance Abuse …
Eugene, OR (PRWEB) February 06, 2014. A Kenosha alcohol and drug rehab center is announcing that it is opening its doors to help adults and adolescents fight back against their alcohol and drug addiction through Drug Addiction Treatment Centers. Read more on Virtual-Strategy Magazine (press release)

Demi Lovato Talks Addiction and "Amazing" Friend Selena Gomez After Her …
Demi Lovato is breaking her silence on the news that her BFF Selena Gomez secrety went to rehab for two weeks last month. Lovato, who has battled substance abuse and eating disorder issues in the past, has nothing but kind words for Gomez. "Selena is … Read more on E! Online

Heroin Use on the Rise in Salt Lake City
(KUTV) The state of Utah is seeing increasing numbers of women and men that are becoming addicted to heroin. Elisha was one of … Christina Zidow directs clinical operations at the Odyssey House, a drug rehab facility in Salt Lake City. She says they … Read more on KUTV 2News

Justin Bieber, Selena Gomez: He's 'Banned,' She's 'A Drunk,' And We Are The …
In a post that contains not one quotation mark attributed to Bieber, TMZ claims the 19-year-old “Boyfriend” singer – who has a lot going on at present – believes Selena and her family are scapegoating him for her recent rehab stint. … made use of a … Read more on The Inquisitr

Hoffman's NYC funeral attracts Hollywood stars
19, 2014 file photo, cast member Philip Seymour Hoffman poses at the premiere of the film "A Most Wanted Man" during the 2014 Sundance Film Festival, in Park City, Utah. Hoffman's new movie is a psychological thriller about terrorism, but he … Read more on abc13.com

Selena Gomez Admits Secret Rehab Stint
The 21-year-old star checked into Arizona rehab facility Dawn at The Meadows last month, a rep has confirmed to "The Insider With Yahoo." … The timing of her rehab coincides with the breakup of her long-term relationship with Justin Bieber. … of a … Read more on Us Magazine

Comment: why a harmless spliff is not so harmless
Byrne finally kicked the habit last year when he was diagnosed with emphysema and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, which he says have put half of his lungs beyond repair and means he cannot walk upstairs without huffing and puffing. He believes … Read more on Watford Observer

Camden Select Board refuses to send controversial zone change for high-end …
Donald Abbott said that the economic downturn is simply the result of the national recession and is not a long-term trend. Richard Householder said the proposed treatment center is totally out of character for the residential neighborhood. Joanne Ball … Read more on Bangor Daily News

“To say it country simple, most folks enjoy junk”: William S Burroughs on …
In that time I took 10 cures. I have taken abrupt withdrawal treatments and prolonged withdrawal treatments, cortisone, tranquillisers, antihistamines and the prolonged sleep cure. In every case I relapsed at the first opportunity. Why do addicts … Read more on New Statesman

Did Selena Gomez Text Justin Bieber He's a Drug Addict Who Needs Rehab?
However—are the messages real or is it just one big hoax? Both Gomez and Bieber's reps have denied the validity of the messages, claiming they are phony..and they do seem to read just… a little bit off. “Come on baby, I love you,” Bieber allegedly … Read more on Popdust

More Indonesia Drug Users, But Rehab Centers 'Empty'
“We hope that law enforcement officers will assess drug users' [need for rehabilitation] before prosecuting them,” said BNN chairman Anang Iskandar during a meeting with the agency's advisers on Thursday. “We do not want people who are categorized as … Read more on Jakarta Globe