Some Downward Progress
Many older folks turn to cannabis to self-medicate the pain and sleep problems that can plague old age. As they become dependent on cannabis, we could see the emergence of more health-related problems there.
The Empire Strikes Back
I've been expecting a public relations counterattack on behalf of, and probably funded by, the pharmaceutical industry.
Over the years, I’ve found myself involved with several different programs that set out to provide services for addicted mothers and their minor children. The majority of these were small residential facilities, along the lines of a halfway house, but with supplemental child care.
None of them were as ambitious as the efforts taking place in places like Cecil County, Maryland. Here's a link:
These kids have never done drugs. They’re still being treated for addiction.
This brings us to the subject of generational addiction, a term used to describe a pattern of substance abuse that stretches across multiple generations of the same family, in a form that's severe enough to adversely affect the lives of everyone close, particularly children.
The roots of this phenomenon are believed to be varied and complex. Genetics appear to play a role, of course; so do environmental factors, including trauma -- something that often haunts such families.
Generational addiction...
None of them were as ambitious as the efforts taking place in places like Cecil County, Maryland. Here's a link:
These kids have never done drugs. They’re still being treated for addiction.
This brings us to the subject of generational addiction, a term used to describe a pattern of substance abuse that stretches across multiple generations of the same family, in a form that's severe enough to adversely affect the lives of everyone close, particularly children.
The roots of this phenomenon are believed to be varied and complex. Genetics appear to play a role, of course; so do environmental factors, including trauma -- something that often haunts such families.
Generational addiction...
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Some Downward Progress
Many older folks turn to cannabis to self-medicate the pain and sleep problems that can plague old age. As they become dependent on cannabis, we could see the emergence of more health-related problems there.
Good News on the Overdose Front
Some less good news: Law enforcement sees evidence of aggressive efforts by drug cartels to establish supply lines and operations within the US.
Mean Green
At this point in the US, there are allegedly a couple of hundred thousand people who would reasonably qualify as ketamine-addicted.
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When Addiction Is The Norm
Genetics appear to play a role, of course; so do environmental factors, including trauma -- something that often haunts such families.
When Addiction Is The Norm
Genetics appear to play a role, of course; so do environmental factors, including trauma -- something that often haunts such families.
Warning Labels on Liquor — Worth the Effort?
Of course, we should expect significant opposition from the alcohol industry.
Life in a Hot Spot
Make it a continuing effort, using strategies based in evidence, and harnessing the power of human interaction-- instead of relying on a burst of anti-drug education, however intense.
Hunter on Trial
...in the claustrophobic environment of a trial, it seems it's still permissible to treat the consequences of this complex, multifactorial chronic disorder as simply the result of some poor soul’s irresponsible decision-making.
Seven Trips to Rehab pt 2
I remember the late James Milam PhD suggesting that the ability to vividly recall one's first use of a substance might actually be an indicator of future problems.
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When Addiction Is The Norm
Genetics appear to play a role, of course; so do environmental factors, including trauma -- something that often haunts such families.
A Breakthrough in Depression Treatment?
In the past, the task of selecting the right treatment for a depressed patient has been more than a little hit or miss, involving a certain amount of trial and error.
When Addiction Is The Norm
Genetics appear to play a role, of course; so do environmental factors, including trauma -- something that often haunts such families.
Exercising for Chronic Pain Relief
We've known for several decades that regular exercise, even the mild sort, helps lessen symptoms of depression. It comes as no surprise that it may also help with CPS and the mood problems that accompany it.
Drugs in Jail
If 70% or more of a jail population has been identified as having a drug or alcohol problem – that does happen – then what you’re really operating is a treatment center that happens to have bars on the windows and guards at the entrance.
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First Person Hard Charger
In fact, in many instances, the trauma that occurs after they’re addicted is more damaging than what happened before.
First Person Hard Charger
In fact, in many instances, the trauma that occurs after they’re addicted is more damaging than what happened before.
Diagnosing Cannabis Use Disorder: Updated
It certainly makes sense that if you suffer from a major mental illness, you should stay away from pot.
Video: Practical Advice on Prescription Painkiller Problems
People have abused opiates for 5,000 years. As much as medicine depends on them, they've always created problems for a percentage of users.
