mental illness

Are Drug-Alcohol Addictions a Diagnosed Mental Illness or Is It a Way of Life That May Involve Disorders?

Question by AnonymousGuy: Are drug-alcohol addictions a diagnosed mental illness or is it a way of life that may involve disorders?
I know different then normal sexual orientation and reactive attachment disorder are not in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders and so while psychologists look into them they are not a known mental illness. I wondered what alcohol and drug addictions are. I recently described alcoholism as largely out of ones control because it is a disease. Also is family member of a drug addict or alcohol considered a mental illness as I hear it is a family disease. It is not in my family so I don’t know alot about it but was asking someone who does have it in their family and recently saw their mother go sober after 15 years.

Has Anyone Been to Rehab for Depression?

Question by temitopeowosela: Has anyone been to Rehab for Depression?
I want to go to rehab to treat depression.Can anyone tell me what the experience was like? Also, can you recommend a good treatment center for me? (I live in Maryland) Is there any that is free and also provide housing? or what the cheapest a student with no job get?

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What Are the Symptoms of Drug Withdrawal?

Question by chuck taylor: What are the symptoms of drug withdrawal?
We have this assignment about drug addiction and I just want to ask another question. What are the symptoms of drug withdrawal? I’m having a hard time understanding this part. Please help me. I’m almost done with my homework. It’s the only part I haven’t answered yet. Thank you so much.

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Answer by Monica L
The symptoms of drug withdrawal depends on the type of drug abused by the person. Usually, the withdrawal effects are the reverse of the pharmacological effects. The most common withdrawal symptoms include vomiting, pain, anxiety, mood swings, craving, restlessness, diarrhea, irritability and sleeping problems. The withdrawal is a very critical part of fighting addiction that’s why people experiencing it must be really taken care of.

What Are Some of the Possible Outcomes and Impacts of Gay Adoption?

Question by Jay: What are some of the possible Outcomes and Impacts of Gay Adoption?
I’m doing a school project and I’m having a bit of trouble finding information…
I need to gather some of the following info:

Who are the stakeholders? (Who all is involved? example: children being adopted; lesbian/gay parents; etc)

What are some possible Outcomes?

What are some possible Impacts?

If you possible, can you list your sources, because I need to cite them for credit on the assignment. This is due in a few days Please Help!!!!!!

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Addiction in Santa Barbara

Addiction in Santa Barbara

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The statistics show that drugs are also a growing trend across Santa Barbara, interestingly because of its seaside location. Mexican trafficking organizations are prolific in cities with a lot of access to beaches, and they often work … The …
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Lyons: Drug courts offer sober approach to drug abuse

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COP SHOP : ' Tim's Story ' to Highlight Drug Abuse Forum

COP SHOP : ' Tim's Story ' to highlight drug abuse forum

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Dunlap, who has been principal at West Chester East High School since 2002, will be sharing information on all facets of drug addiction, beginning with tell-tale signs of abuse through the agonizing effects on Tim, his family and his friends. “Our …
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The menace of addiction knows no bounds

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