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Gardner Joins Taylor Hooton Foundation; Teixeira Expands Dream Team 25

Published April 23, 2014

Gardner joins Taylor Hooton Foundation; Teixeira expands Dream Team 25

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The Hooton Foundation is widely acknowledged as the leader in the advocacy against appearance and performance enhancing drug use by the youth of America. The Yankees outfielder joins 11 other charter members of the “Advisory Board,” which also …
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Become informed during national child abuse prevention month

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What Are the Drugs Used for Addiction Treatment?

Published April 21, 2014

Question by blair a: What are the drugs used for addiction treatment?
I am especially interested in those that are used to counter heroin addiction. I do know about methadone, but aside from that, what other drugs are used?

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Answer by colleen_li
The other kinds of medications used for the treatment of heroin addiction are: naltrexone, naloxone (used in cases of overdose), and buprenorphine, among others. Buprenorphine is fairly new, but it seems to be an appealing alternative to methadone since the effect of just a single injection can last for up to 6 weeks. Keep in mind, though, that medications alone won’t be enough treatment for heroin addicts. They also need therapy, counseling, and even rehabilitation. Read more...

Drug Questions??? (Health Class)?

Published April 21, 2014

Question by : drug questions??? (health class)?
1. a person who is dependent on a drug is controlled by a _____ or _____ desire for it.
2. the body of a person who regularly uses or abuses a drug will eventually form a resistance, or _______, to that substance.
3. the sense of please that is associated with the use of cocaine, it is often followed by ________.
4. what are 2 narcotics that are used in hospitals for patients in severe pain?
5. name 3 options for recovering drug abusers.

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Answer by Hannah
2.addiction 5.intervention,treatment,treatment Read more...

Life or Death: McVay Jury Deliberating

Published April 20, 2014

Life Or Death: McVay Jury Deliberating

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… the death penalty. They've also heard how McVay struggles with a delusional disorder that is compounded by drug and alcohol abuse. … stop screaming. McVay admits it was part of a plot to steal Schein's car and drive to Washington, D.C., to …
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Therapist says Southwest Virginia's drug, mental health problems are extensive

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'Marijuana Nation': The Long View on Pot's Pros and Cons

Published April 20, 2014

'Marijuana Nation': the long view on pot's pros and cons

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“Your mind goes to a different place,” he recounts his wife saying, “I can't help think that if you really cared about me, you'd want to be with me.” Roffman threw his pot into a … It can lead to abuse and addiction. It can stunt development of young …
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Medical marijuana ballot item debated

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When Was Methotrexate Used First Time for Ectopic Pregnancy?

Published April 19, 2014

Question by Urmila B: when was Methotrexate used first time for ectopic pregnancy?

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Answer by Crystal
I thought methotrexate was used for arthritis treatment, i didn’t think it was used at all in pregnancy, my boyfriend was on it and i was banned by the hospital from getting pregnant because of the birth defects it would cause.

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Psychiatric disorder and addiction in Boston? – Psychiatric disorder Boston, can often occur with substance abuse. Our dual diagnosis program is specifically designed for you in mind. Psychiatric disorder … Read more...

Gardner Joins Taylor Hooton Foundation; Teixeira Expands Dream Team 25

Drug Questions??? (Health Class)?

'Marijuana Nation': The Long View on Pot's Pros and Cons

When Was Methotrexate Used First Time for Ectopic Pregnancy?

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