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Question About Heroin Rehab?

...  by Nandy Joe: question about heroin rehab? is there in the US any rehab center which does not treat heroin addicts through the use of any other substitute drug, such as methadone? You know, traditionally, only treating the withdrawal symptons… Best answer: Answer by Jennifer EYou should check out a California rehab that specializes in holistic drug treatment. They focus on alternative methods to help addicts overcome their addiction. 12 step programs and support groups also provide support for coping with withdrawal symptoms.    Read ...

Christian Based Drug Rehabs in Texas?

Question by eko: Christian based drug rehabs in Texas? I am looking for a christian based drug rehab in Texas for my brother who has finally decided to turn a new leaf. Since we won;t be able to afford to pay for it I was wondering if there is any kind of rehab that would take him in for free and make him work there to make up for it. Any kind of information would be greatly appreciated. Other states will also do. I need this info really bad before its too late to save my brother. Thanks Best answer:    Read more... ...

Pass a Drug Test for Meth?

Question by bunny bunn: pass a drug test for meth? what is the fastest way to detox from meth? Best answer: Answer by [email protected]”T DO IT Methamphetamine (sometimes referred to as methylamphetamine or desoxyephedrine) is a psychostimulant drug used primarily for recreational purposes (under the street-name crystal meth), but is sometimes prescribed for Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and narcolepsy under the brand name Desoxyn. It causes euphoria and excitement by acting directly on the brain’s reward mechanisms, thus making it highly addictive. Methamphetamine rapidly enters the brain and causes a cascading release of norepinephrine and dopamine (and to a lesser extent, serotonin). Users may become obsessed or perform repetitive tasks such as cleaning, hand-washing or assembling and disassembling objects. Withdrawal is characterized by increased sleeping and eating, and depression-like symptoms, often accompanied by anxiety and drug-craving. &nbs ...

Need to Stop Chatting Addiction?

Question by bobcheeseguyman: Need to stop Chatting addiction? I have been noticing an addiction to chat. About 6 or more hours on gmail and aim. How do I lessen the amount of time? Also, can you give me ideas to do off the computer? Best answer: Answer by Aaron Amake some electric chair that goes off if you sit on it for more than 2 hours Answer by magicalmaniai suggest you first look for support in a friend. with all addictions people need support usually. so find someone who also wants to cut down the chats, maybe hang out with them and talk together of your progress..    Read more... ...

The Conservatives' Drug War Quagmire

The Conservatives' drug war quagmire A pair of vending machines stocked with crack pipes for drug users in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside elicited blunt words from the Harper government over the weekend, with Public Safety Minister Steven Blaney reaffirming the government's quest to end … Read more on National PostThree men may face drug and trafficking charges “The investigation was going on for many weeks and the amount of suspected heroin recovered was significant,” Bucyrus police Chief David Koepke said. Koepke said charges could … “We just had a male overdose on Monday, and there is evidence of drug … Read more on Bucyrus Telegraph Forum    Read more... ...

Officials Comb Wilson to Find Homeless

Officials comb Wilson to find homeless Some struggle with medical conditions, domestic violence, drug abuse or mental illness, which poses a problem when trying to find housing and keep it. "They have … "But that is not the definition for U.S. Housing and Urban Development,” she said … Read more on The Wilson Times (subscription)Panel OKs changes to crack down on synthetic drug trade Chief among the new recommendations is expanding the definition of an illegal drug from a specific chemical compound to anything producing the same effect as a banned drug. Expanding those definitions will enable authorities to “deal with this amoeba … Read more on Minneapolis Star Tribune    Read more... ...