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MedicalResearch.com | Struggling with Addiction? Here’s Why Minority Groups Need a Special Kind of Care

MedicalResearch.com | Struggling with Addiction? Here’s Why Minority Groups Need a Special Kind of Care | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From medicalresearch.com - October 21, 4:59 PM
The cycle of addiction and trauma often feeds into itself—people may use substances as a way to cope with their trauma, but in turn, substance abuse can exacerbate feelings of fear, anxiety, or hopelessness.
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Reducing risk of opioid addiction while alleviating pain

Reducing risk of opioid addiction while alleviating pain | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From news.cornell.edu - December 4, 12:21 PM
A preclinical trial has identified a way to thwart the highly addictive nature of opioids such as morphine and oxycodone while maintaining the drugs’ ability to relieve pain.
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Reducing risk of opioid addiction while alleviating pain

 

Preventing addiction when dealing with pain

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Overdose Survivors: Medical and Addiction Challenges

Overdose Survivors: Medical and Addiction Challenges | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From www.psychologytoday.com - December 4, 5:26 PM
Many people assume most individuals addicted to opioids are young. But there’s also a significant population of 65+ addicted adults who survive multiple overdoses and illnesses.
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Overdose Survivors: Medical and Addiction Challenges

 

Surviving after overdose

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Addiction study yields promising therapeutic target to promote recovery

Addiction study yields promising therapeutic target to promote recovery | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From healthsciences.arizona.edu - November 25, 7:00 AM
Researchers at the U of A Health Sciences Comprehensive Center for Pain & Addiction found a medication that reduced craving for cocaine without affecting desire for sugar.
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Addiction study yields promising therapeutic target to promote recovery

 

Finding recovery

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November 21, 4:53 PM
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A guide to supporting older adults with opioid addiction

A guide to supporting older adults with opioid addiction | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From www.bupipedream.com - November 20, 4:51 PM
Watching someone struggling with opioid addiction is challenging and can cause you to feel helpless and to struggle in knowing what to do. Thi
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A guide to supporting older adults with opioid addiction. For more information on becoming an addiction coaching, please review our Substance Abuse Consulting certification program on our website! https://aihcp.net/substance-abuse-practitioner-certification/ 

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Improving community engagement in addiction science | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

Improving community engagement in addiction science | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From nida.nih.gov - November 11, 7:00 PM
NIDA is committed to improving community engagement in all parts of the research process
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Better community engagement with addiction

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'It's a No-Brainer': How Integrated Addiction Treatment Models Meet the Triple Aim of Health Care

'It's a No-Brainer': How Integrated Addiction Treatment Models Meet the Triple Aim of Health Care | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From bhbusiness.com - November 13, 4:38 PM
The merit of an integrated addiction treatment model is grounded in three key elements: the value to the patient, the value to the provider and the value
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'It's a No-Brainer': How Integrated Addiction Treatment Models Meet the Triple Aim of Health Care

 

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UAMS' new opioid treatment program looks to alleviate the stigma surrounding treatment

UAMS' new opioid treatment program looks to alleviate the stigma surrounding treatment | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From katv.com - November 13, 10:06 AM

UAMS is developing a new opioid treatment program that looks to alleviate stigma surrounding treatment.

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November 11, 4:42 PM
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Building Resilience And Overcoming Addiction | Hoover Institution Building Resilience And Overcoming Addiction

Building Resilience And Overcoming Addiction | Hoover Institution Building Resilience And Overcoming Addiction | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From www.hoover.org - November 11, 4:41 PM
In this episode of Battlegrounds, H.R. McMaster and Drs. Alta DeRoo and Don Elverd discuss substance use disorder as a national security issue.
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Building Resilience And Overcoming Addiction | Hoover Institution Building Resilience And Overcoming Addiction. For more on Substance Abuse Counseling and other Addiction Coaching techniques, please visit our site - https://aihcp.net/substance-abuse-practitioner-certification/ 

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Addiction shaped by trauma, circumstances | Opinion | aspendailynews.com

Addiction shaped by trauma, circumstances | Opinion | aspendailynews.com | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From www.aspendailynews.com - November 8, 5:00 AM
Sophia Green — While I appreciate the focus on addiction, I strongly disagree with the idea that “addiction is neither a choice nor a sign o
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October 31, 4:40 PM
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Opinion | Recovery services exist in prison, but the need far outpaces availability

From www.streetroots.org - October 31, 4:40 PM

https://www.streetroots.org/news/2024/10/30/opinion-recovery-services-exist-prison-need-far-outpaces-availability-1

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Opinion | Recovery services exist in prison, but the need far outpaces availability. Are you a substance abuse counselor? Are you seeing a huge need for addiction counseling in your prison populations?

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October 30, 4:57 PM
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For people with opioid addiction, Medicaid ‘unwinding’ raises the stakes

For people with opioid addiction, Medicaid ‘unwinding’ raises the stakes | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From www.news-medical.net - October 30, 6:52 AM

It was hard enough for Stephanie to get methadone treatment when she moved to Florida from Indiana last year. The nearest clinic was almost an hour's drive away and she couldn't drive herself. But at least she didn't have to worry about the cost of care.

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For people with opioid addiction, Medicaid ‘unwinding’ raises the stakes

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Can Zapping the Brain Help Treat Addiction?

From www.wsj.com - October 29, 4:50 PM

https://www.wsj.com/health/healthcare/addiction-treatment-ultrasound-brain-stimulation-58d6dec3?mod=healthcare_news_article_pos1

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Addiction treatment found to decrease suicide risk among people with opioid dependence

Addiction treatment found to decrease suicide risk among people with opioid dependence | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From medicalxpress.com - October 22, 8:10 PM
Treating opioid use disorder significantly lowers the very high rate (eight times the general population) of suicide among people with opioid dependence.
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Addiction treatment found to decrease suicide risk among people with opioid dependence

 

Addiction and suicide risk

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December 6, 12:21 PM
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What an addiction expert says about drinking alcohol during the holidays | American Heart Association

What an addiction expert says about drinking alcohol during the holidays | American Heart Association | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From www.heart.org - December 3, 7:00 PM
As holiday festivities get underway, we asked Dr. Christopher Kahler what advice he gives to people trying to stay sober or not over-drink.
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What an addiction expert says about drinking alcohol during the holidays | American Heart Association

 

Drinking and the holidays

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We Need To Talk About Substance Abuse

We Need To Talk About Substance Abuse | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From www.mvskokemedia.com - December 3, 12:06 PM
While substance abuse data can be staggering in the Native community, recovery can have just as large an impact according to substance abuse advocate Ryan Headrick.
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Discussions about substance abuse

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Nearly 160 Million Americans Harmed by Another's Drinking, Drug Use

From www.usnews.com - November 21, 6:07 AM
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Nearly 160 Million Americans Harmed by Another's Drinking, Drug Use

 

Drinking hurts others

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November 21, 4:51 PM
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Need addiction help? Michigan launches tool to find treatment options | Bridge Michigan

Need addiction help? Michigan launches tool to find treatment options | Bridge Michigan | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From www.bridgemi.com - November 20, 4:45 PM
As Michigan’s treatment options grow, a new mapping site plots out where to find help.
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Need addiction help? Michigan launches tool to find treatment options | Bridge Michigan. This is an excellent addiction coaching tool! More states should implement these substance abuse counseling resources to people who need them the most! 

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Native-led Program Rewrites the Rules for Moms' Opioid Recovery

Native-led Program Rewrites the Rules for Moms' Opioid Recovery | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From imprintnews.org - November 19, 10:49 AM
The MOMS program in Minnesota has helped dozens stay sober and thrive as parents. Its lessons could help others struggling with opioid abuse.
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Native-led Program Rewrites the Rules for Moms' Opioid Recovery. As Substance Abuse Consultants is always good learn how other cultures treat addiction and recovery. 

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Student Helps Break the Silence Around Addiction

Student Helps Break the Silence Around Addiction | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From vineyardgazette.com - November 14, 4:47 PM

Annabelle Metell, a senior at the regional high school, has organized a walk for Saturday called Break the Silence, which aims to help loved ones of those struggling with addiction.

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Student Helps Break the Silence Around Addiction. 

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November 13, 12:29 PM
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Program Helps Patients with Substance Use Disorder (Podcast)

Program Helps Patients with Substance Use Disorder (Podcast) | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From consultqd.clevelandclinic.org - November 12, 12:02 AM
Hear how specialized program provides immediate access to recovery resources for emergency department patients with substance use disorders.
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Program Helps Patients with Substance Use Disorder (Podcast)

 

Helping others with substance abuse

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November 8, 3:52 PM
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Tips to spot, and help, employees struggling with alcohol addiction

Tips to spot, and help, employees struggling with alcohol addiction | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From www.hrmagazine.co.uk - November 7, 8:00 AM
As more people experience workplace stress, HR professionals must be aware of subtle signs of addiction, and how they can support staff.
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Tips to spot, and help, employees struggling with alcohol addiction

 

Helping employees with addiction

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Alaskans are increasingly abusing multiple drugs, complicating treatment

Alaskans are increasingly abusing multiple drugs, complicating treatment | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From alaskapublic.org - November 5, 10:47 AM
Combining drugs increases risk of overdose and makes withdrawal and getting medication assisted therapy more complex.
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Alaskans are increasingly abusing multiple drugs, complicating treatment. 

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Breaking news.

Breaking news. | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From www.herald.co.zw - October 25, 8:01 PM
EVERYDAY someone dies from drug overdose in Zimbabwe.
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Dangers of drug abuse

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October 30, 4:57 PM
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A Story of Addiction, Adoption, and Reconciliation

A Story of Addiction, Adoption, and Reconciliation | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From www.psychologytoday.com - October 30, 1:36 PM
This is the story of a young man adopted as a child who reunites with his biological family after a brother's suicide. What will he experience when he encounters these strangers?
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A Story of Addiction, Adoption, and Reconciliation

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Interview: National Addiction Treatment Week

Interview: National Addiction Treatment Week | Substance Abuse | Scoop.it
From www.actionnews5.com - October 24, 6:23 PM

It's National Addiction Treatment Week. According to the American Hospital Association, only 6% of the 46 million Americans with substance abuse issues get the treatment they need. Clinical therapist Michael McCallum from Oxford explains how you can help the people in your life get the support they need.

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