Non-12 Step Programs May Offer Viable Alternatives for Some Addicts
When discussing the potential of recovery programs, the idea of implementing a 12-step process is generally a part of the conversation. After all, 12-step programs have proven to be effective not only for those with an addiction to alcohol, but also those with gambling addictions, sex addictions, spending addictions and other dependency problems. While some addicts have found the 12 steps to be...
Read More5 Good Reason to Go to Drug Rehab (Rather than Do It on Your Own)
5 Good Reasons to Go to Drug Rehab (Rather than Do It on Your Own) Drug rehab is a daunting prospect for many addicts. First, they see it as a place that will definitely make it hard for them to change their minds about using drugs. Second, they likely have all sorts of prejudices about drug rehab and the types of people who go there. Drug rehab is a highly effective way to build a solid set of...
Read MoreScottish Government Working to Improve Drug Treatment and Reduce Crime
As more and more drug addicts are waiting for help to overcome their addiction, fears are growing among law-abiding citizens that crime will increase as addicts seek ways to fund their habit. This fear was expressed in a recent Scotsman News article as new Scottish statistics show nearly one in ten who are waiting for an assessment for drug treatment had to wait more than a year. For those...
Read MoreWest Africa Drug Problem Intensifying
Crime and health problems in already unstable states are increasing and drugs are to blame. A recent Reuters report highlighted that West Africans are consuming more of the drugs trafficked between South America and Europe. This region, an established transit point for Latin American cocaine to large Western markets, has become a drug processing site among rising addiction rates. Drug violence...
Read MoreMexico Cartels Taking Over Drug Rehab Centers
While Mexico’s powerful drug cartels generally drive drug addiction, it appears they want to be on the side of treatment as well. The Washington Post posted a report showing these violent criminals are running drug rehabilitation centers, focusing on turning recovering addicts into hit men and smugglers. According to the Post, these individuals are given an ultimatum: “Work for us or we’ll...
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We will post information for people interested in drug rehab, such as the latest addiction treatment trends, stories about drug addiction and recovery, and guidance on how to locate and assess a drug rehab center.
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