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Scientific breakthrough could eliminate addiction
University of Canterbury scientists have made a major discovery that could stop addicts craving for drugs.
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Addiction research looks toward opiate blockers
Prescription painkillers have a double reinforcing effect, making them a risk for abuse, according to Dr. Gerardo Gonzalez, director of addiction psychiatry at University of Massachusetts Medical School. The opioids not only provide immediate euphoria, but habitual users undergo painful withdrawal if they abruptly stop taking them.
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Pain relief can lead to painful addiction
Mary Ellen Macuen, 50, of Worcester was running a bar and raising a daughter when she became addicted to opioids. The self-described dance mom managed to keep it together for a while, until after 20 years of abusing painkillers she couldn't take the lies, stealing and not being able to get out of bed without pills anymore.
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Question by Concerned Mom: where can you go for help for a daughter with a drug addiction in the Savannah Ga. area?
She is 40 plus and has been addicted to drugs and alcohol for over 20 years. She has lost her home, job and eyerthing else. She is a danger to herself and her family. She has been in rehab several times but went right back to her old ways. I need any suggestions of who I can talk to to get her help before that call comes to come and identify the body.

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Answer by PeterJ
Medical Help
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Answer by nikole s
I wish I knew that area to recommend something close to you. I’m sorry for you, but have you thought of seeing a therapist for yourself?

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Selfies Cause Narcissism, Mental Illness, Addiction and Suicide? – Guardian Liberty Voice

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Selfies Cause Narcissism, Mental Illness, Addiction and Suicide? Guardian Liberty Voice Is it possible that selfies, the trend of taking pictures of oneself, could cause narcissism, addiction, mental illness and even suicide? That's what seems to be suggested by expert opinion surrounding the phenomenon, and a man diagnosed with body …

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Activists seek help for addicts – Cincinnati.com

Activists seek help for addicts Cincinnati.com Nalaxone, which is not a scheduled drug but requires a prescription, causes immediate withdrawal in people overdosed from heroin and opioids, such as prescription painkillers. Noel Stegner, a PAR member who is also with grass-roots NKY Hates Heroin, … and more »

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U.S. OKs overdose treatment to fight spike in painkiller deaths
Overdoses occur among those addicted to such painkillers but can also happen accidentally in patients using them legitimately to treat pain. The device is called Evzio and automatically delivers a set dose of naloxone, a drug ingredient already …
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Greater access to addiction treatment, support services for family, friends needed
Many expressed frustration with the limits insurance companies put on accessing treatment and the perceived trend of overprescribing painkillers. They also spoke of the need to change the perception that substance abuse and mental health are separate …
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Woman'S Bungled Crime Spree Nets Six Years In Prison
Tenney told probation she too is a drug addict, using methamphetamine, heroin and prescription painkillers. She aggravated her meth addition by using it … “I am sorry for what happened,” Tenney told Judge Peter Cahill. “I do have a drug problem and …
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Selfies Cause Narcissism, Mental Illness, Addiction and Suicide? – Guardian Liberty Voice

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Selfies Cause Narcissism, Mental Illness, Addiction and Suicide? Guardian Liberty Voice Is it possible that selfies, the trend of taking pictures of oneself, could cause narcissism, addiction, mental illness and even suicide? That's what seems to be suggested by expert opinion surrounding the phenomenon, and a man diagnosed with body …

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Why so much shame in addiction? – ChicagoNow (blog)

Why so much shame in addiction? ChicagoNow (blog) Alcoholism, and addiction in general causes so much sorrow and pain for so many. The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence estimates that 17.6 million people, or one in every 12 adults, suffer from alcohol abuse or dependence. That's just …

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Sexual Sobriety: Recovering from Sex Addiction – PsychCentral.com (blog)

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Sexual Sobriety: Recovering from Sex Addiction PsychCentral.com (blog) A bedrock of 12-step programs revolves around giving back, otherwise known as “being of service.” Addiction happens in isolation and is always self-centered. Participating in community activities and being of service is the polar opposite of the latter … and more »

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What professionals say about pain pills and addiction – DesMoinesRegister.com

What professionals say about pain pills and addiction DesMoinesRegister.com This effect happens most quickly in people who are predisposed to addiction, which is often an inherited trait. Wall noted that other painkillers have been developed that work in different ways. They include the anti-inflammatories acetaminophen …

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