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.
On-Location Addiction Treatment Now Available in Asia
Sensum Rehab has begun offering its unique and highly personalized on-location addiction treatment and recovery services to clients throughout Asia, who now can receive the help they need when and where it matters most: amidst the reality and challenges of daily life. - January 15, 2015 - SENSUM
Bob L. Roesler Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Bob L. Roesler of Greenfield, Wisconsin has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of addiction coaching. About Bob L. Roesler Mr. Roesler is a self-employed Addiction Recovery/Professional Coach at... - December 24, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Bob L. Roesler Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Bob L. Roesler of Greenfield, Wisconsin has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of addiction coaching. About Bob L. Roesler Mr. Roesler is a self-employed Addiction Recovery/Professional Coach for... - December 03, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
"Robert Trujillo Presents Jaco: The Documentary" to Participate in Grammy Museum Program
Highly anticipated music documentary to make it's Los Angeles debut. - November 19, 2014 - Jaco: The Documentary
Revolutionary New Drug Detection Field Test, Instantly Detects All Illicit Drugs Using Amphetamines
Drug Lab 118 Ltd, has launched a unique and patented drug test which can instantly detect the presence of all amphetamines used in the production most illicit substances and designer drugs where an amine is present. - November 18, 2014 - DRUG LAB 118
New Beginnings Recovery Center opens in Littleton
Substance abuse treatment programs offer holistic treatment in a spa-like setting. - November 14, 2014 - New Beginnings Recovery Center
SoBear, LLC. Announces the Creation of Team SoBear
Southern California Company sponsors running team for local races. SoBear, LLC, an addiction support company, announced the creation of Team SoBear, a sponsored marathon running team led by Grace Weinrieb, who will run on behalf of SoBear and those recovering from addiction. Team SoBear will... - October 23, 2014 - SoBear, LLC
Prevention Plus Wellness to Provide Free Prevention Programs to Non-Profits
Prevention Plus Wellness is providing non-profit organizations with free evidence-based prevention and health programs, thanks to an anonymous gift of $25,000. Prevention Plus Wellness is now accepting requests from US non-profits for a free set of its evidence-based SPORT Prevention Plus Wellness Program and training materials. SPORT is the only existing youth prevention program that cost-effectively links healthy behavior promotion with drug use prevention by targeting positive youth images. - October 14, 2014 - Prevention Plus Wellness, LLC
LESC Announces Its Third Permanent Supportive Congregate Housing Initiative
Lower Eastside Service Center (LESC), Inc. announced today the Grand Opening of Franklin Avenue Residence, its third permanent supportive congregate housing initiative in New York City. The newly constructed apartment building will provide eligible New Yorkers with affordable, permanent housing... - October 12, 2014 - Lower Eastside Service Center
CHI Recovery – Groundbreaking Approach to Addiction Treatment Proves Successful in Achieving Sustained Recovery
CHI Recovery is a holistic, integrative and Evidenced-Based, Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) that rocks the status quo and transitions participants successfully towards lifelong emotional, physical, and spiritual health. CHI Recovery has been recognized as an innovative leader in the Addiction Treatment community. Psychology Today named CHI Recovery "Best in Treatment 2014." - September 30, 2014 - CHI Recovery
The Courage to Speak Foundation Announces Dates of Drug Prevention Presentations Beginning Early Fall
The nationally renowned Courage to Speak Presentation provides a firsthand understanding of drug abuse and its impact on families. The Presentation is followed by a school-based, drug prevention education program, in which over 120 teachers in many states have been trained to deliver and implement the lesson plans. - September 26, 2014 - The Courage to Speak Foundation
The Addictions Coach Expands to Offer Platinum Executive Coaching Service
Executive Recovery Coaching and Anger Management Services for busy business professionals that do not have time for rehab. - September 16, 2014 - The Addictions Coach
The Addictions Academy is Offering a Grant for Intervention Certification
The Addictions Academy is pleased to offer 10 individuals a grant to attend their intervention training in Miami in October 2014. - September 11, 2014 - The Addictions Academy
New American Media Distribution Wire Release: Suicidal Man's Life Saved by Words of a Stranger - Suicide Prevention Without Drugs or Doctors
When a popular movie star like Robin Williams kills himself, many people suffering from self-destructive thoughts, lose ground in their fight for life. - September 08, 2014 - American Media Distribution
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Carla Y. Wright as Professional of the Year
Carla Y. Wright of Kennesaw, Georgia, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Psychology. - August 06, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Enterprises TV to Present a Compelling Segment on Addiction
The eye-opening segment takes a close look at addiction and how it affects society. - August 01, 2014 - Enterprises TV
The Addictions Academy Expands to Offer International Food Addiction Coach Certification
Food Addiction is similar to drug addiction and The Addictions Academy has created an International Certification to assist professionals in helping clients overcome food addictions. - July 29, 2014 - The Addictions Academy
Smokes Free You - an iOS App Helps Smokers Quit Smoking
Smoke free you - quit smoking, an iOS application for smoking cessation, has been approved for release in all regions. With all the conscious effort and research on similar apps available on the platform as well as studying smoker's psychology, Bhakhar have came up with most practical approach towards smoking cessation. - July 21, 2014 - Bhakhar
Clubhouse International/Fountain House New York to Receive $1.5 Million Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize
Clubhouse International/Fountain House NY, a pioneering organization that has created a successful model to help those suffering from mental illness to reclaim their lives and realize their potential through work and the support of a caring community, has been selected to receive the 2014 Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize of $1.5 million. The annual award, the world’s largest humanitarian prize, to an organization that is doing extraordinary work to alleviate human suffering. - July 18, 2014 - Clubhouse International
Oak Meadows Ranch is Proud to Announce Equine Therapy is Now Available
Comprehensive treatment for trauma, stress related problems, PTSD, panic, anxiety, grief and addictions, using Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing). - July 11, 2014 - Blue Pearl Project
New Version of Polaris’s Substance Abuse Assessment Platform to Support Motivational Interviewing
Enhancements to the current system include updating the clinical reports to highlight predictors of risk for non-engagement, motivation for change and readiness for change. - July 10, 2014 - Polaris Health Directions
Substance Abuse Recovery Turns Into a Smoke-Free Facility
They say making a treatment center smoke-free is a big challenge which may affect patients from their recovery. - July 04, 2014 - Substance Abuse Recovery
The Addictions Academy Launches New Marketing Symptom
Cali Estes of The Addictions Academy and Charles Davis of Behavioral health Network partner to launch the Behavioral Health education and Marketing Symposium. - July 03, 2014 - The Addictions Academy
The Addictions Academy Releases National and State Credentialing Requirements
For years the public has been misled that there are boards or international groups that govern Interventionists and Recovery Coaches. Cali Estes, Founder of The Addictions Academy debunks the myth that boards exist. - June 28, 2014 - The Addictions Academy
The Addictions Academy Expands to Offer International Master Addictions Courses and Certifications
Paul Costa endorses The Addictions Academy International Master addiction Program. - June 26, 2014 - The Addictions Academy
William N. Bryant, Has Been Selected by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year in Therapy Services for 2014
William N. Bryant of Trumansburg, New York is the Professional of the Year 2014 for his achievements and accomplishments in the field of Therapy Services. - June 14, 2014 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Quitgate Offers Free Support and Huge Discounts on Stop Smoking Aids to Inspire Smoking Fathers at Quitting Smoking
As a One-stop smoking cessation platform, Quitgate.com offers quit smoking help, stop smoking aids and social support being treatments that increase the chances of smoking cessation as cited by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-CDC. - June 14, 2014 - Quitgate, LLC
Neuroscience-Based Addiction Recovery Services
Los Angeles, California’s "Los Angeles Drug Rehab" announces new residential program with the fusing of neuroscience-based addiction treatment services. - June 13, 2014 - Los Angeles Drug Rehab
Supportive Housing and Innovative Partnerships Announces Third Annual Connect the Pieces Gala Fundraiser and Auction to Benefit Recovery and Prevention Programs
Recovery Revolution Beach Party, Friday, June 26 at 6:30 PM at the Rose Room in Boise Features “Iron Chef” style cook off, live music by the High Beams, autographed memorabilia from entertainers in recovery, and special recorded greeting from Interim Drug Czar Michael Botticelli and Recovery 2.0 creator Tommy Rosen. - June 13, 2014 - Supportive Housing and Innovative Partnerships, Inc.
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors William N. Bryant as Professional of the Year
William N. Bryant, of Trumansburg, New York, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Therapy Services. - June 11, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
The Addictions Coach Expands to Offer International Master Addictions Coach Certification
As an Addictions Coach you need the best credentials in the industry to set you apart from the rest. The Addictions Coach now offers the Master Addiction Coach program. - June 10, 2014 - The Addictions Coach
Clubhouse International Celebrates 20 Years of Success in Changing the World of Mental Health
Clubhouse International (www.clubhouse-intl.org), a global non-profit, non-governmental organization that helps communities around the world create sustainable solutions for mental illness, celebrates the 20th Anniversary of its founding today. Joel Corcoran, Executive Director of Clubhouse International, marked the occasion by acknowledging the dedication of the organization’s staff, many volunteers, and the organization’s member Clubhouses to changing the world of mental health. - June 04, 2014 - Clubhouse International
The Addictions Coach and The Addictions Academy Appointed New Faculty
Cali Estes, Founder of The Addictions Coach and The Addictions Academy is pleased to announce the addition of Marty Brenner to Faculty. - May 04, 2014 - The Addictions Coach
Cali Estes of The Addictions Coach Asked to Guest Speak at Challenges Treatment Center in Florida
Cali Estes of The Addictions Coach and The Addictions Academy will be presenting at Challenges Addiction Treatment and Relapse Prevention Center on May 21, 2014. - May 02, 2014 - The Addictions Coach
NASW Welcomes Presenter Debra Meehl on May 1, 2014 in Charleston, West Virginia Civic Center
Co-Author of “Friends and Family Bipolar Survival Guide” to share wisdom from 20 years of treating Bipolar, Borderline and substance abuse Debra Meehl, DD. is a Certified Pastoral Counselor and Intensively trained Dialectical Behavior Therapist (DBT) and Skills Trainer. She is the... - May 01, 2014 - The Meehl Foundation
Smart Start of California Opening New Location in Santa Clarita
Smart Start, the nation’s leader in ignition interlock devices, is opening a new store location in Santa Clarita on May 1, 2014. Smart Start of Santa Clarita will be located at 26841 Ruether Avenue, Unit F, Santa Clarita, CA 91351. This new location can be found on Ruether Avenue, between... - April 30, 2014 - Smart Start
Nuevo Ser and PlacidWay Help Worldwide Addicts Get a Fresh Start
Nuevo Ser Clinic Addiction Rehabilitation and Detox Center and PlacidWay medical tourism company recently joined in a fruitful collaboration aimed at helping patients all over the world get easy access to revolutionary and highly successful anti-addiction treatments and procedures in Tijuana, Mexico. - April 23, 2014 - PlacidWayUSA
Pain Killers and Drug Addiction Are Subject of Conference at Trinitas Regional Medical Center
The growing link between pain killers and heroin was explored at a conference hosted recently by Trinitas Regional Medical Center. Members of state government, law enforcement, the medical community, health care, community agencies fighting drug abuse, and families feeling the tragic results of addiction gathered to examine the issue from numerous viewpoints. - April 16, 2014 - Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Polaris Awarded $1.1 Million NIDA Grant to Improve Patient Engagement in Treatment for Addiction
Patient engagement is a critical component to successful outcomes in substance abuse treatment. With funding from NIDA, Polaris has developed a tool designed to predict and improve the likelihood of engagement. - April 05, 2014 - Polaris Health Directions
Discover Real Body, Mind, Spirit Solutions for Anxiety and Depression - Telesummit with The Embodied Soul Center
Stop struggling with anxiety and depression once and for all! Natural methods for creating peace and harmony within. - March 29, 2014 - The Embodied Soul Center
Stepping Stones Recovery Center Announces New Curriculum for Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment
Stepping Stones Recovery Center has developed an exclusive curriculum for relapse prevention. - March 24, 2014 - Stepping Stones Recovery Center
Remuda Ranch at The Meadows Medical Director Kevin Wandler, M.D. Appointed iaedp 2015 President Elect
Kevin Wandler, M.D., Medical Director of Remuda Ranch at The Meadows, a comprehensive treatment center specializing in eating and co-occurring disorders for women and girls, has been appointed 2015 president elect of the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals Foundation (iaedp). - March 21, 2014 - Remuda Ranch
Ira Pope Helps Readers Overcome Temptation Using "True" Faith in God in New Book "Temptation: Lessons from Trials in the Wilderness"
The new book "Temptation: Lessons from Trials in the Wilderness" uses biblical texts to educate readers on dangers of temptation and the power available to help overcome. - March 14, 2014 - Kingdom Cadence Ministries
The Addictions Coach Offers Intensive Intervention Class in Covina California
Aurora Charter Oak Hospital hosts The Addictions Coach for a Intensive Intervention Course March 14-15 2014. - March 12, 2014 - The Addictions Coach
NuvoCig Releases an Innovative Electronic Cigar, Broadening Its Family of Vaping Products
NuvoCig is pleased to announce the release of its new slim e-cigar. The NuvoCig e-cigar is a smoke-free product that simulates the cigar smoking experience, without the lingering smell and other negative side effects of tobacco cigars. The introduction of the e-cigar into the NuvoCig product line represents the company’s ongoing product development and its stake in the rapidly growing and diversifying electronic cigarette industry. - February 28, 2014 - NuvoCig
New CEO Announced for Signal Behavioral Health Network
The Board of Directors of Signal Behavioral Health Network is proud to announce that it has selected Sue Williamson as the new Chief Executive Officer for Signal Behavioral Health Network. Sue comes to Signal as a 20-year veteran in both the public and private health care sectors, she holds a BA in... - February 15, 2014 - Signal Behavioral Health Network
IonSense Introduces Rugged Direct Sample Analysis by Mass Spectrometry with the DART®-QS Source
Rapid analysis with the Direct Analysis in Real Time technology provides near-instantaneous detection of drugs of abuse and contaminants. To be exhibited at the 66th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS), Seattle, WA, February 17-22, 2014, Booth 310. - February 14, 2014 - IonSense, Inc.
Father of Heroin Overdose Victim to Testify in Favor of Maine Legislation to Make Naloxone (Narcan) More Available February 12th
With focus on the tragedy heroin abuse, many Americans are doing something about it. Henry (Skip) Gates lost his son, Will, to a Heroin overdose. He continues to work with lawmakers in New England to educate children and make new laws to save lives. - February 11, 2014 - Green River Pictures, LLC.
Celestine Publishing Released "12 Steps: Daily Reflections and Personal Journal" as Supplemental Material for Latter-day Saint Sponsored Addiction Recovery Program
"12 Steps: Daily Reflections and Personal Journal" is designed to supplement materials used in the church-wide Addiction Recovery Program sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. What’s unique about this publication is its daily focus on the principles that support each of the twelve steps in the program. It is a new resource for families, friends and the addicted who are working toward recovery and sustained good health. - February 10, 2014 - Celestine Publishing, LLC
What Teens Need to Know About Prescription Drug Abuse
Dr. Charles Friedman of Recovery Resources of Florida Dispels Misconceptions About Drugs in Recognition of National Drug Facts Week. - January 31, 2014 - Recovery Resources of Florida