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• Former drug addict turns to art to stay sober

  Children are easily influenced by the action of their parents, and adults who do not provide a good example typically put their kids at risk of developing detrimental habits themselves. more...

• Ecstasy may not have negative cognitive effects

  Street drugs have been said to cause a negative impact on an individual's overall health, but a new study has found that Ecstasy may not be as harmful as originally thought. more...

• President Obama to invest more in veteran care

  Many Americans are eager to serve their country during times of war, but they do not anticipate developing a depressive disorder or traumatic brain injury (TBI). more...

• Former addict writes book on intervention, detoxification

  Many individuals who are dependent on illicit substances have difficulty facing the reality of their addiction. more...

• Knox County holds graduation ceremony for drug court participants

  Many individuals turn to drug rehab programs to get clean, but drug courts are becoming increasingly popular among law breakers who want to stay out of jail. more...

• State senator calls for ban on chemically altered bath salt

  Many children have been finding new ways to get high through the substances found in bath salts, a common item found in households across the country. more...

• Drug courts help counties curb substance abuse rates

  Many counties that are faced with illicit substance abuse issues establish drug courts to help addicts detoxify. more...

• Iowa addresses dangers of K-2 cigarettes and underage drinking

  Many kids begin using illicit substances at a young age, and parents are typically oblivious to the signs of drug use. more...

• Drug court helps addicts in on Ohio county

  Many individuals do not seek help for drug addiction until they run into trouble with the law. more...

• Massachusetts community struggles with prescription drug addiction

  As more kids experiment with prescription medication, the addiction rate continues to rise in small communities across the country. more...

• Pennsylvania school district to hold presentation on drug abuse

  As more teenagers turn to drugs to relieve themselves of the stress that comes with adolescence, parents and school administrators are looking for ways to control the problem. more...

• Multi-county drug court receives award for success

  Many counties institute drug courts to tackle illicit substance abuse in the local community. more...

• Collier County receives grant for drug court

  Many communities are interested in establishing drug rehab programs to reduce the number of crimes related to illicit substances. more...

• Montana drug courts face potential budget cuts

  Drug rehab programs are not only an effective way of helping addicts in local communities, but reducing crime rates as well. more...

• Wahlberg says he quit marijuana for his kids

  Many individuals struggle with drug addiction, and celebrities often find themselves dependent on illicit substances as well. more...

• Cape Cod sees spike in drug addiction

  Drug rehab centers can help individuals who have become dependent on illicit substances, but addicts can negatively affect small communities before they get their situation under control. more...

• Drug court for veterans established in Rhode Island

  Many soldiers return home after enduring a large amount of trauma, which can result in negative physical and psychological repercussions. more...

• Middlesex County drug court helps addicts get clean

  Many cities are faced with the challenge of using the money from taxpayers to incarcerate individuals who commit drug-related felonies. more...

• Parents of former addict speak out against drug abuse

  Many parents are under the assumption that their kids would never abuse prescription drugs. more...

• Drug court opens to help veterans battling addiction

  Many people who serve in the armed forces can endure emotional turmoil, which can lead to a number of psychiatric illnesses, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury. more...

• Unintentional poisoning becomes common problem due to medications

  Drug addiction has been a problem for decades, but new research suggests that it may be on the rise as a result of prescription medication. more...

• Drug courts pay off in crime reduction

  Many cities that wish to reduce crimes related to illicit substances have established drug rehab programs. more...

• Butler County Pennsylvania to establish drug court in 2011

  Many communities are faced with high crime rates as a result of addiction, but drug courts are helping to reduce the number of individuals who find themselves in jail on illicit substance charges. more...

• Drug court paying off in Eau Claire County

  Many cities struggle with drug-related crimes, forcing taxpayers to spend more money annually on incarcerating repeat offenders. more...

• Mexican children turning to drugs due to discrimination

  Many children turn to illicit substances under peer pressure and stress from school. more...

• New Year's Day swim scheduled to fight drug abuse

  Most people would be reluctant to take a dip in ocean waters during the winter, but Chucky Rosa is hoping to encourage local residents to do so in honor of his two sons on New Year's Day. more...

• More doctors addicted to drugs, alcohol

  Drug addiction costs $484 billion every year, according to Drug Addiction Support, a statistics site. more...

• Philadelphia drug court motivates addicts to come clean

  Drug addiction costs the U.S. nearly $484 billion every year, according to Drug Addiction Support, a statistics website. more...

• Vivitrol showing promising results in addicts

  Drug addiction costs the U.S. almost $484 billion every year, according to Drug Addiction Support, a statistics website. more...

• Intervention helps mom, addict sober up

  Drug rehab centers can help individuals suffering from dependency, but many people have to lose something they love before they choose to face their addiction. more...

• Ohio County focuses on prescription drug addiction

  Although drug rehab centers can help individuals suffering from substance dependency, some communities are also taking their own steps to lend a helping hand. more...

• Drug usage may affect future generations

  Approximately 4 percent of women still use illicit substances while they are pregnant, according the March of Dimes. more...

• NAHN to help Latino community fight addiction

  Addiction in families can not only cause an emotional strain on relationships between loved ones, but may eventually become fatal. more...

• Drug court helps New Jersey addicts sober up

  Approximately 20 million Americans admitted to abusing an illicit substance within a 30-day span in 2006, according to Drug Addiction Support, a statistics site. more...

• Drug court sees success in Mississippi

  More than 20 million Americans admitted to using illicit substances during a 30-month span in 2006, according to Drug Addiction Support, a statistics site. more...

• West Virginia receives grants to fight drug use

  Drug addiction costs the U.S. nearly $484 billion every year, according to Drug Addiction Support, a statistics site. more...

• MLB honors drug-free coach, athlete

  More than 29 percent of high school students say they can easily obtain drugs on campus, according to Teen Help, a statistics site. more...

• Utah emergency rooms see more cases of heroin overdoses

  Drug addiction costs the U.S. nearly $484 billion every year, according to Drug Addiction Support, a statistics site. more...

• Urban speaks openly about defeating addiction

  Stress has been proven as a driving factor in individuals struggling with addiction, according to Drug Addiction Support, a statistics website. more...

• Alabama judge seeks to establish more drug courts in the state

  The U.S. spends more than $484 billion on drug addiction every year, according to Drug Addiction Support, a statistics site. more...

• Dawson County extends drug court program

  Nearly 20 million Americans admitted to using illicit substances within a 30-day span in 2006, according to Drug Addiction Support, a statistics site. more...

• Savannah drug court helping local addicts come clean

  Drugs are linked to nearly half the crimes committed in the U.S., according to Drug Addiction Support, a statistics site. more...

• DU increased over Thanksgiving in New England

  More than 50,000 cases of alcohol poisoning are reported each year in the U.S., according to Alcohol Information, a statistics site. more...

• Local group raises money for addiction awareness

  Drug addiction accounts for nearly half of the crimes committed in the U.S., according to Drug Addiction Support, a statistics site. more...

• Parents' denial may permit teen substance abuse

  More than 20 million Americans aged 12 or older admitted to using illicit drugs in 2006, according to Drug Addiction Support, a substance abuse resource site. more...

• Substance abuse programs help youth stay away from drugs

  Substance abuse programs for youth help kids stay away from drugs, but mentoring can emphasize the benefits of living drug-free to children as well. more...

• Heroin becomes growing concern in Minnesota

  More than 20 million Americans aged 12 or older admitted to using illicit drugs in 2006, according to Drug Addiction Support, a substance abuse resource site. more...

• Dopamine deficiency linked to obesity, drug addiction

  Research has shown genetic links to addictions, such as alcoholism, but a 2001 study found that there may a connection between drug dependency and obesity. more...

• Heroin becomes growing concern in Minnesota

  More than 20 million Americans aged 12 or older admitted to using illicit drugs in 2006, according to Drug Addiction Support, a substance abuse resource site. more...

• Dramatic performances raise awareness for drug addiction

  Drug use has been linked to about half of the crimes in the U.S., according to Drug Addiction Support, a substance abuse website. more...

• Rehab facility promotes local campaign against drugs

  Drug abuse can be linked to nearly half of all crimes in the U.S. each year, according to Drug Addiction Support. more...

• Rehabilitation program helps six addicts get clean

  More than 100,000 deaths in the U.S. can be attributed to alcohol abuse each year, according to Alcohol Addiction Info. Rehabilitation facilities can help alcoholics detoxify, but for people who wait too long to face their addiction, it can be too late. more...

• Former addicts' stories can influence future generations

  Substance abuse programs for youth can help individuals detoxify, but addiction survivors who share their stories can also make a difference. more...

• Rapper Eminem opens up about drug addiction, substance abuse

  As substance abuse remains a growing concern, even celebrities have been affected by the negative repercussions of using drugs. more...

• Monterey county receives funding to fight drug addiction

  In 2006, there were more than 1.7 million hospital visits related to illicit drug use in the U.S., according to the Drug Abuse Warning Network (DAWN). more...

• More teens abusing illicit drugs

  Substance abuse among teenagers is not uncommon, which means that the potential for addiction runs high. more...

• Omeros receives grant for research on addiction treatments

  As substance abuse remains a consistent problem across the country, there is a growing demand for rehabilitation facilities and treatment centers. more...

• Local town fights off addiction among teens

  Heroin is a highly addictive drug, and rehabilitation centers can provide individuals with the help they need to detoxify and turn their lives around. more...

• Substance abuse centers have many options for teens

  The Out of the Dark Coalition has announced that youth group representatives will be visiting Jonesboro High School to encourage kids to stay drug free, KAIT-8 in Arkansas reports more...