Neuroscientist Marc Lewis on His Drug Addiction

Neuroscientist Marc Lewis On His Drug Addiction – Neuroscientist Marc Lewis is a former drug addict. He talks about his descent into addiction, how he finally got clean and why he’ll always be an addict. His…

Study finds genetic link in drug treatment

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The research findings were presented at an international conference on the prevention and treatment of substance abuse held in Taipei on Thursday. According to the NHRI, drug use and addiction can inflict great harm on society and damages personal …
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Can alcohol and drug abuse clinician skills be assessed over the phone?

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BUFFALO, N.Y. –There is a growing trend to make clinical training available to alcohol and drug abuse treatment professionals via the Internet and through distance learning. It is cost effective and can deliver training in current evidence-based …
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Conference addresses substance abuse treatment – AAP News

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Conference addresses substance abuse treatment. Pediatricians can learn best practices for addressing substance use by patients or family members, and suggestions on how to implement these practices at an AAP-sponsored conference April 26-28 in …
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