Addiction News
Breaking news about addiction therapies, counseling and rehabilitation services, events, resources, announcements, technology and products designed for all those affected by addiction and involved in treatment. This section covers addiction to substances and activities such as alcohol, drugs, sex and gambling that cause substantial harm to individuals as a result of repeated involvement.
Trial of Quit Tea and Behavioral Modification Therapy Results Positive
In partnership with Costa Rican smoking cessation clinic Sin Humo, Quit Tea was part of a small trial that yielded impressive results, 75% of the smokers became smoke free, when Quit Tea was used in combination with Sin Humo's proprietary behavioral modification therapy. - September 13, 2012 - Quit Tea LLC
Judge Orders Maryland Dept. of Human Resources to Cease Extensive Violations of Its Own Residential Child Care Laws
In a ruling that is startling in its implications, a Montgomery County Circuit Court judge has ordered the Maryland Department of Human Resources (DHR) to refrain from the abusive tactics it has pursued in shutting down a 40-year-old business that serves adolescent children in the Maryland/DC metro... - August 30, 2012 - Koba Institute, Inc.
Drug-Free South Reaches Out at National Night Out
The Foundation for a Drug-Free South participated in National Night Out Against Crime by distributing the Truth About Drugs booklets. - August 15, 2012 - Drug Free South
The Addictions Coach Utilizes New Technology to Combat Drug and Alcohol Addictions
Cali Estes, The Addictions Coach, utilizes the world of Skype and FaceTime to reach more clients than a traditional rehab or therapy setting. She is paving the way to industry change with new technology. - August 11, 2012 - The Addictions Coach
Polaris Awarded Grant to Improve Patient Engagement in Treatment for Chemical Dependency
Polaris, in collaboration with the New Hope Foundation, will be enhancing its chemical dependency outcomes management system to better predict and improve engagement rates in treatment. - August 08, 2012 - Polaris Health Directions
Behavioral Health Group Announces Transition of CEO Andrew Love to Advisory Role; Board Appoints Chairman, Mike Cannizzaro, as Chairman and CEO
The Board of Directors of Behavioral Health Group (“BHG” or “the Company”) today announced that Andrew Love has stepped down as Chief Executive Officer and Director and has transitioned to a consulting role with the Company as he pursues a new opportunity. He is succeeded by... - July 29, 2012 - Behavioral Health Group
Behavioral Health Group Announces Appointment of Kelly Clark, MD, MBA as Chief Medical Officer
The Board of Directors of Behavioral Health Group (“BHG” or “the Company”) today announced the appointment of Kelly J. Clark, MD, MBA, as Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Clark joined BHG July 9, 2012. Dr. Clark joins BHG with a wide breadth and depth of both clinical and... - July 29, 2012 - Behavioral Health Group
Foundation for a Drug-Free South Halting Rampant Drug Abuse
Active in drug education and prevention throughout the year, the Foundation for a Drug-Free South participated in the United Nations Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. - July 14, 2012 - Drug Free South
The Addictions Coach Creates a Mobile Couples Coaching Practice
Cali Estes, of the Addictions Coach, found a need for spouses and families to understand what the addict is experiencing and how it may impact their marriage specifically and began offering couples coaching sessions in the comfort of the couple’s home. - July 05, 2012 - The Addictions Coach
The Addictions Coach Expands Services Into Cleveland House
The Addictions Coach Company and Cleveland House team up to offer sober coaching, life coaching and therapy to the residents of the halfway house. Long gone are the days of residents of sober living houses forced to trek miles for services. The Addictions Coach comes directly to them. - June 22, 2012 - The Addictions Coach
COR Retreat Releases Food Addiction Infographic
COR Retreat, a non-profit food addiction treatment program in Minnesota, releases an infographic titled Understanding Food Addiction in America, featuring statistics, symptoms and treatment options. - May 31, 2012 - COR Retreat, Inc.
Cali Estes, the Addictions Coach, Exposes Xanax Prescription Drug Abuse on NBC Nightly News
The Addictions Coach exposes the pitfalls of abusing Xanax and how doctors do not explain all the issues surrounding the drug clearly to clients before they get hooked and can not quit. - May 25, 2012 - The Addictions Coach
Mootu.com Offers a Directory for Mental Health Professionals Who Seek to Deliver Counselling Online in the UK
Many mental health professionals in the UK have been waiting on a “one-stop shop” to link their counseling services to clients via videoconferencing software. - May 11, 2012 - Online Therapy Institute
The Pharma Compliance Group Announces Exclusive Sales Agreement with LearnSomething, Inc. for DEA Compliance Online Training
The Pharma Compliance Group (PCG) announce that it has signed an exclusive marketing and sales agreement with LearnSomething, Inc. to offer online training for the pharma industry to support DEA compliance of the CSA and CFR for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and other DEA registrants. - May 07, 2012 - Pharma Compliance Group, LLC
MARR South Announces Name Change to TRADITIONS Recovery Center
New name reflects the center’s commitment to tried-and-true residential recovery methods. - April 26, 2012 - MARR, Inc.
eReviewGuide.com Tackles the Sensitive Issue of MMORPG Addiction
MMORPG addiction is an "acceptable addiction." That is what makes it so harmful. Acceptable addictions are still addictions and they still cause personal pain and personal harm. Ereviewguide.com has issued a comprehensive guide on how people suffering from World of Warcraft addiction, Star Wars: The Old Republic addiction and MMORPG addiction can realistically beat their habit. - April 24, 2012 - eReviewGuide.com
The Addictions Coach Expands Services to Include Fitness, Yoga and Nutrition
Nutrition and fitness are integral parts of the recovery from addiction process and many rehabs do not even offer those services. The Addiction Coach includes them in their packages. - April 16, 2012 - The Addictions Coach
H & S Business Services Introduces Mobile Laboratory Services for On-Site Collections
Mobile on-site drug testing has reached new heights with the Mobile Drug Test Laboratory from H&S Business Services that comes on-site to your place of business. - April 13, 2012 - H&S Business Services, LLC.
Partnership to Protect Native Youth
Statistics on child welfare in Indian Country, although far from complete, paint a troubling picture of too many children being neglected and even abused, with substance abuse emerging as the most common contributing factor. For this reason, Lamar Associates-Indian Country Training and the National... - April 05, 2012 - Lamar Associates
Polaris Presents at the National Conference on Health & Domestic Violence
Polaris presented last week at the National Conference on Health and Domestic Violence on the use of outcomes management technology to better detect IPV among chemically dependent adults. - April 04, 2012 - Polaris Health Directions
The Addictions Coach Creates a Mobile Rehab to Combat Drug and Alcohol Addictions
The Addictions Coach Company has gone mobile by bringing the rehab to the client. By realizing that each client is unique and their pattern of addiction is unique with a root cause, Cali Estes, is able to address the addiction at the core and assist the addict in making the necessary changes and positive steps in their life. - March 26, 2012 - The Addictions Coach
Stop Smoking Breakthrough - a Full-Length Cessation Program for the Masses
The "Smoke-Free Key" is an intensive, behavior-based, full-length stop smoking program, with a big difference: It's available in all popular formats and ready for immediate download onto most popular devices. - March 16, 2012 - The Stop Smoking For Good Company
Losing a Loved One to Drugs: Narconon® Says "Enough is Enough!"
Narconon Manchester announces free training in its drug withdrawal method. - March 09, 2012 - Narconon United Kingdom
CounSol.com Offers a Virtual Platform for Mental Health Professionals Who Seek to Manage Their Practices and Deliver Counseling Online
Many mental health professionals have been waiting on a “one-stop shop,” a platform that offers practice management as well as online counseling delivery. Now a reasonably priced and HIPAA-secure option is available. - February 29, 2012 - Online Therapy Institute
Marin Services for Women is Closing Its Doors
Venerable Marin institution ceases operations due to financial difficulties. - February 07, 2012 - Marin Services for Women
Advocacy Group Warns FDA on New Hydrocodone Formulations
A consumer advocacy group has warned the FDA that new single entity, extended-release (ER) formulations of the opioid painkiller hydrocodone could bring on the next tidal wave of overdose deaths and addictions if approved by the agency. Advocates for the Reform of Prescription Opioids, Inc. (ARPO),... - February 03, 2012 - Advocates for the Reform of Prescription Opioids, Inc.
The Bright Path Ishayas Announce New Help for Alcohol Addiction
The Bright Path Ishayas were able to offer their teaching and meditation practices to alcohol addiction patients, teaching them to find peace from within instead of turning to liquor. Through the Bright Path, alcohol addicted people are able to find a solution they have never tried before, a series... - February 02, 2012 - The Bright Path Ishayas
Top Counseling Firm, Innovation 360, Announces Expansion
Innovation 360, a leading team of counselors for alcoholism, addiction, depression and anxiety, has expanded its practice to include a Ft. Worth area location to better accommodate clients from across North Texas. - January 28, 2012 - Innovation 360
2StopSmokingTips.com Reveals How to Keep Your New Year Stop Smoking Resolution Through New Resource
Find out how to keep your new year resolution to stop smoking, why quit smoking resolutions fail as well as how to succeed with your new year determination to cease smoking. - January 28, 2012 - 2stopsmokingtips.com
Polaris Substance Abuse Assessment System Identifies Spike in Drug Abuse Among Heavy Drinkers
A yearly analysis of data collected using Polaris Health Directions’ chemical dependency outcomes assessment system, Polaris-CD, has revealed a significant increase in drug use among patients seeking treatment for alcohol problems in California. - January 27, 2012 - Polaris Health Directions
Leading Drug Rehab Doubles Output of Public Resources
Recovery First - a leading Florida drug rehab center, has announced the expansion of the public resources it offers. - January 21, 2012 - Recovery First
West Norwood Man Becomes Narconon Drug-Free Ambassador
West Norwood Citizen, Said Gutin, today announced that he has taken up the position of Ambassador to the Muslim Community in Britain on behalf of the drug education and rehabilitation Charity Narconon®. - January 20, 2012 - Narconon United Kingdom
View Point Health Serves Communities Online Thanks to New Website from Third Wave Digital
In late 2011 the Gwinnett, Newton, Rockdale County Community Service Board (GRNCSB) announced its decision to re-launch under the new name View Point Health. Like any re-branding effort, the team at View Point Health sought to create a unified presence for both the community and its employees and knew that going online was a must. To do this, View Point Health contracted Macon, Georgia-based web design and development company Third Wave Digital. - January 19, 2012 - Third Wave Digital
A Drug Rehabilitation Directory That Puts the Addicts' Needs First
Rehab Review Guide is the future of the rehabilitation industry and those seeking information on treatment options available. A dedicated site for helping those in need of addiction treatment find a rehab through real and unbiased reviews. - January 19, 2012 - Rehab Review Guide
Sussex Housewife Becomes Narconon Drug Ambassador
Sussex actress and mother of three, Katy Newell, has today announced that she has taken up the role of Ambassador to the Arts in the UK for the for the Drug Rehabilitation movement, Narconon. - January 19, 2012 - Narconon United Kingdom
Narconon Manchester to Lead Drugs Revolution?
Manchester looks set once more to show the rest of the world how things are done as its local Narconon chapter announced today the arrival of a revolution in Drug Withdrawal that could open the door to recovery for thousands of addicts and their long-suffering families. - January 19, 2012 - Narconon United Kingdom
Narconon Father of Three to Help Drug Addicts
Ex-footballer and Clydebank resident, Kenny Henderson, a successful product of the Narconon drug rehabilitation programme, has today pledged to help others throughout Scotland find their way out of the nightmare of drug addiction. - January 19, 2012 - Narconon United Kingdom
Sober Living Halfway House Search Website Soberlivingsearch.com Started 2012 in the Top 1% of All Sites Globally (Alexa)
Along with being the highest ranked pure sober living and halfway house site ever, over 22,000 house searches are taking place on a monthly basis with numbers still climbing. Founder Thomas Rees stated that "This is indicative of how many people out there need recovery housing. We can see by the numbers how many of these people are coming to us to find such housing, too, and the trend up is continuing." - January 16, 2012 - Sober Living Halfway House Search
Former Inmate Turns Entrepreneur. Jason Breedlove Founded Breedlove Publishing LLC and Just Released His Third Book, a Collection of Fictional Short Stories.
New Android Market calendar app and book of short stories. - December 29, 2011 - Breedlove Publishing LLC
Marin Services for Women, Inc. Awarded $975K SAMHSA Grant
The 33 year old agency, newly relocated to its original Larkspur location, is a grant recipient in the SAMHSA program offering enhanced addiction treatment to pregnant and postpartum women. - December 09, 2011 - Marin Services for Women
Himalayan Salt Cave Opens in Burnham; One of Only Two in Pa.
Dr. Margaret Smiechowski, North America's foremost expert on Himalayan salt, is pleased to announce that her latest salt cave design is set to be revealed on December 1st, 2011, at the opening of the Simply Health/Curves Wellness Center in Burnham, PA. Like all of her salt caves, the Burnham cave... - December 07, 2011 - Salt Cave, VT
Leading US Addictions Expert's List of Safe Thanksgiving/Holidays Gifts for Drug Addicts That Can't be Re-Sold for Cash to Feed Illegal Habits
Denise Krochta, one of America’s Top Addictions Experts, has compiled a list of safe gifts that can be shared with addicts across the Country this Thanksgiving. The Author of, "Sweat, A Practical Plan For Keeping Your Heart Intact While Loving An Addict," has also controversially... - November 22, 2011 - Denise Krochta
Free Acupuncture to Quit Smoking
AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine is offering free acupuncture treatments for people who want to quit smoking, in conjunction with the Great American Smokeout. No appointments are necessary. When: Thursday Nov. 17 and Friday Nov. 18 9am-4pm. Where: Thursday at AOMA's north clinic, 2700 West Anderson Lane, 476-0370, Friday at AOMA's south clinic, 4701 Westgate Blvd., 693-4373. - November 10, 2011 - AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine
New Jersey Artists Launch New Fundraiser for Addiction Recovery Nov. 5 at TwelveBeads.com
Proceeds from TwelveBeads.com necklace and Laura C CD to benefit the How to Save a Life Foundation. - November 06, 2011 - TwelveBeads.com
Gene Wilson Named Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for The Coleman Institute
The Coleman Institute, an advanced center for addiction treatment, welcomes Gene Wilson as new Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer - November 03, 2011 - The Coleman Institute
Palmetto Addiction Recovery Center Newsletter Available Online
As a part of its ongoing commitment to provide patients and their families with as much information as possible, Palmetto Addiction Recovery Center recently made back issues of its seasonal newsletter available online. - November 02, 2011 - Palmetto Addiction Recovery Center
Benchmark Recovery Center Joins NARR in Support of Residential Recovery Housing
Benchmark Recovery Center is proud to support the accreditation standards of The National Association of Recovery Residences. NARR will announce their accreditation standards on September 25, at the 2011 National Conference on Addiction Disorders In San Diego, California. Benchmark Recovery Center... - September 23, 2011 - Benchmark Recovery Center
"The Scott, Bel-Air" Joins "The Scott, Hawaii" Recently Featured in Newsweek Magazine as One of the Top 15 Addiction Treatment Centers
“The Scott, Bel-Air” joins “The Scott, Hawaii” Recently Featured in Newsweek Magazine as one of the Top 15 Addiction Treatment Centers in the U.S., with plans currently Underway for 2012 Launch of “The Scott, Europe.” - September 22, 2011 - The Scott Luxury Treatment Center
Drug Free Detox Offering the Ultimate All Natural Detox Cleanse
Drug Free Detox is announcing the availability of their reliable natural detox cleanse, an entirely natural way to fight the side effects of withdrawals related to drugs and alcohol. The all natural detoxification is targeting addicts wishing to ease the detox process by using all natural protocol... - September 08, 2011 - Drug Free Detox
New Research Confirms Electronic Cigarettes as Smoking Cessation Tool
Contrary to FDA recommendations that electronic cigarette users should switch to FDA-approved smoking cessation products, new research confirms that the change could reverse the health gain achieved. - August 31, 2011 - V2 Cigs