addiction News

ADDICTION: No One Know But Me promotes spiritual healing for those faced with tormenting struggles. ADDICTION will premier Saturday August 13 at the Meadowcreek High School, Norcross, GA. Hosted by Gospel Comedian John Gray.

Couple Buck Traditional “Treatment” Methods in Favor of Penetrating The Soul

Amy Winehouse’s death which has been turned into a “cult mystery” of the “Tragic 27 Club" is to deflect from the importance of young, talented musicians who were plagued by the disease of addiction.

The College of Mental Health Counseling at www.collegemhc.com urges the general public to get knowledge and skills to understand and heal childhood experiences affecting adult life and relationships.

Recognizing individuals who dedicate their work and lives to helping people with addictions to drugs and alcohol.

Studies show that memoirs have a therapeutic effect on highly stressed individuals. "Life is full of meaningless experiences-until we give each one value with the cost we attach to them.” Allison T Moore

The Seekers Journey is offering a free introductory online class at their website at: SeekersJourney.com

Once consumed by eating, drinking and buying ‘stuff,’ a woman regains control of her life and now helps others recover

Thrive Research and InWorld Solutions are using technology to address one of society’s most intractable diseases—drug and alcohol addiction. Patients at the Janus Community Clinic in Santa Cruz are using avatars to learn and practice new skills.

“40 Years Of Injustice” is an open-to-the-public luncheon at Amistad de Los Angeles. There will be a panel of outspoken legal minds committed to ending the Drug War, to publicize the message that TREATMENT WORKS—INCARCARATION DOESN’T.

Overcoming addiction requires determination and the nurturing, professional help found at a Oasis Counselling Centre rehab facility in South Africa.

A weekly Internet Talk Radio Show series on LATalkRadio titled Parent Choices for Struggling Teens, hosted by Lon Woodbury and a variety of guests, will discuss many of the issues concerning teens and young people with a variety of problems.

As internet games firm Rovio puts out another addition for their latest game Angry Birds Rio an UK online store is calling for Angry birds addict stories with plush toys as an enticement.

Benchmark Transitions new gender specific housing for young adults is relocating its students into two separate apartment complexes within the Redlands community.

More than 10% of doctors in a recent survey refuse to accept patients who are too fat. While some doctors decline to perform operations on patients who refuse to quit smoking, the two situations are different from a legal point of view, says expert.

Sex, Drug Alcohol & Food Addicts Share Stories of Triumph

Raising Awareness of Mental Health, Addiction and Grief - a Mother’s Worst Nightmare and How She Found the Strength to Go On after Losing Her Son

Free online workshop with Dr. Michael Edelstein on Sunday, June 5, 2011 at 12:00 Noon Eastern Time

This workshop is being hosted by the Chandler Public Library. It is free and open to the public.

Join us for the 2011 Annual Conference from October 7 through October 9, 2011 at the DoubleTree Hotel BWI!

Singer/Songwriter Richie Supa Receives The Adam “DJ AM” Goldstein Recovery Advocacy Award At The 15th Annual PRISM Awards

In The Rooms (InTheRooms.com) Receives The Prestigious “ The Presidents Award” For Their Groundbreaking Work And Legacy Within The Recovery Community

Free online workshop on Understanding Anger and Fear, Thursday, May 26th, 8:30-9:30 PM Eastern Time

Epidemic and alarming rate of drug-related fatalities demonstrates need for coordinated response

Former Sex, Drug, Alcohol & Food Addicts Share Stories at Free “Mocktail” Reception At Beverly Wilshire May 10

Successful drug addiction counselling will help drug addicts build a successful future without dependence on drugs and other addictive substances.

Food addiction expert, Dr. Vera Tarman, continues her world tour with a workshop on Food addiction in the great state of New York.

Drug and Alcohol Counselor Places Reader in the Addict’s Shoes

Guideposts Editor of America’s Most Beloved Magazine, Reveals 9 Essential Keys to Create Change - Edward Grinnan Shares His Never-Before-Told Story of Addiction & Recovery in The Promise of Hope; Encourages Readers to Tell Their Own Story

Jane Velez-Mitchell is known for her no-holds-bar approach to talking about the days news on her CNN show. She takes the same approach in her new book in which discusses addictions of various sorts from drugs, alcohol to sex,shopping and celebrities.

Life and Recovery Coach Herb Roth offers Charlie Sheen a helping hand to recover the right path of his life. Very optimistic that tiger-blooded actor will accept the offer.

The 45th annual Wisconsin Assoc. on Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse (WAAODA) Spring Conference “A New Perspective: The Changing Face of Addiction, Prevention, Treatment and Recovery Services,” at the Country Springs Hotel, Waukesha, WI May 16-18.

Important steps for "winning" the battle against addiction.

Community Reinforcement Approach and Family Training creator and co-author of the book Get Your Loved One Sober: Alternatives to Nagging, Pleading and Threatening to appear as guest speaker at April 18th Family & Friends Meeting.

University Behavioral Health Denton is speaking out about the dangers of alcohol during Alcohol Awareness month in April. There is a growing concern of the long-term health affects of alcohol among teenagers that consume it before the age 15.

Accredited eating disorder treatment facilities provide intensive, effective counselling for food disorders in South Africa.

New Method Wellness will host a special Live Concert Charity Fundraiser to benefit the Ashland Home and Charle Street. The event will entertain guests with live music from multi award-winning Folk Americana artist Cathy-Anne McClintock.

The book festival, which was held in Los Angeles, honors independent and self-published works of merit.

The 30-year veteran treatment expert will be ready if Tiffany decides rehab is right for her after Intervention.

This new book is a life changing story about a family's tragedy and finding joy amidst the heartache.

SMART Recovery Handbook now Available in Seven Languages

The Anatomy of Emotions Special Event will be hosted on April 14th from 8:30-9:30 PM in The SMART Room (SMART Recovery voice meeting room). All are welcome, free attendance.

Dr. Sal Raichbach shares his thoughts on the recent Charlie Sheen interview.

Redemption is defined as being redeemed. It can also be defined as the act of delivering one from sin, or being saved from evil. A Way to Redemption is all that and more.

An Alachua County jury awarded $3,375,000 against R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company and Phillip Morris USA, Inc. for the wrongful death of John Huish

Atticus Firey Adds Financing, Executive Infrastructure And Industry Expertise To Take Elevate From The Garage To The Showroom

Distributors and major drug chain retailers get their first hands-on presentation of the Teensavers Home Drug Test Kit, the latest and most complete total solution for the family drug problem.

Atticus Firey’s Kromatic Hair In Murietta, Ca. Puts The Finishing Touches On A Woman To Make Her Dramatic Transformation Complete

Author’s True Life Journey from Skid Row Denizen to Executive Director

South Nassau was just one of 19 hospitals and clinics to have been awarded funding under this round of HEAL.