SCIENCE OF ALCOHOLISM AND ADDICTION IS GREATER THAN FICTION
NEW YORK, NY -- In the wake of publicity surrounding James Frey's book, A Million Little Pieces, the Medical/Scientific Committee of the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) would like to reaffirm that alcoholism and drug addiction are diseases -- primary, chronic, yet treatable diseases from which people can and do recover. NCADD is the nation's oldest advocacy organization dedicated to providing information, education, help and hope to the general public regarding alcoholism and other drug dependence and its Medical/Scientific Committee is comprised of recognized experts in the field of alcoholism and addiction. Regrettably, Mr. Frey's book has presented some serious misconceptions about the science of alcoholism and addiction and has minimized the unequivocal progress that has been made in the past decade in understanding and treating these diseases.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
Wednesday, March 08, 2006
About Substance Abuse Addiction
What are some of the commonly abused prescription drugs?
Although many prescription drugs can be abused or misused, there are three classes of prescription drugs that are most commonly abused:
Opioids, which are most often prescribed to treat pain; CNS depressants, which are used to treat anxiety and sleep disorders; Stimulants, which are prescribed to treat the sleep disorder narcolepsy, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and obesity.
What are opioids?
Opioids are commonly prescribed because of their effective analgesic, or pain-relieving, properties. Medications that fall within this class - sometimes referred to as narcotics - include morphine, codeine, and related drugs. Morphine, for example, is often used before or after surgery to alleviate severe pain. Codeine, because it is less efficacious than morphine, is used for milder pain. Other examples of opioids that can be prescribed to alleviate pain include oxycodone (OxyContin), propoxyphene (Darvon), hydrocodone (Vicodin), and hydromorphone (Dilaudid), as well as meperidine (Demerol), which is used less often because of its side effects. In addition to their pain-relieving properties, some of these drugs - for example, codeine and diphenoxylate (Lomotil) - can be used to relieve coughs and diarrhea.
Although many prescription drugs can be abused or misused, there are three classes of prescription drugs that are most commonly abused:
Opioids, which are most often prescribed to treat pain; CNS depressants, which are used to treat anxiety and sleep disorders; Stimulants, which are prescribed to treat the sleep disorder narcolepsy, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and obesity.
What are opioids?
Opioids are commonly prescribed because of their effective analgesic, or pain-relieving, properties. Medications that fall within this class - sometimes referred to as narcotics - include morphine, codeine, and related drugs. Morphine, for example, is often used before or after surgery to alleviate severe pain. Codeine, because it is less efficacious than morphine, is used for milder pain. Other examples of opioids that can be prescribed to alleviate pain include oxycodone (OxyContin), propoxyphene (Darvon), hydrocodone (Vicodin), and hydromorphone (Dilaudid), as well as meperidine (Demerol), which is used less often because of its side effects. In addition to their pain-relieving properties, some of these drugs - for example, codeine and diphenoxylate (Lomotil) - can be used to relieve coughs and diarrhea.
About Cocaine Addiction
Cocaine Addiction News:
Abdullah Says Drug Addiction Problem At Dangerous Level From: www.bernama.com "KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 23 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi said the drug addiction problem in the country has reached a dangerous level."
Drug Court wins top praise
From: www.miami.com
"The U.S. drug czar paid a visit to Miami-Dade's Drug Court to tout its success in turning around the lives of nonviolent, first-time offenders with addiction problems."
Curing cocaine addiction
From: news8austin.com
"The total social cost of overall drug addiction is as much as $1 trillion a year in the United States, Brodie said. He hopes, however, one drug in particular could turn things around."
Legislator pushes for new drug laws
From: badgerherald.com
"A series of 10 witnesses gathered at the Capitol Wednesday to hold an informational hearing on the illegal drug methamphetamine, advocating for the proposal of legislation to prevent addiction. State Rep. Scott Suder, R-Abbotsford, chairman of the Assembly Criminal and Homeland Security Committee, organized the hearing. Current treatment of methamphetamine addiction has created concerns.
" DOHERTY TESTED ANTI-ADDICTION IMPLANT
From: www.contactmusic.com
"Recovering rocker PETE DOHERTY took heroin just hours after leaving rehab, to test a new anti-addiction implant he has been given. The former LIBERTINES frontman ended a two-week stay in a London hospital on Saturday (19FEB05) and doctors proclaimed him clean and free of the drug."
JOHN HELPED WAINWRIGHT OVERCOME DRUGS ADDICTION
From: www.contactmusic.com
"SIR ELTON JOHN helped cult singer-songwriter RUFUS WAINWRIGHT overcome his drug addiction. The ROCKET MAN helped the American star get clean and recommended rehabilitation centre the Hazelden in Minnesota, America, where Wainwright spent a month detoxing and undergoing therapy a couple of years ago."
Abdullah Says Drug Addiction Problem At Dangerous Level From: www.bernama.com "KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 23 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi said the drug addiction problem in the country has reached a dangerous level."
Drug Court wins top praise
From: www.miami.com
"The U.S. drug czar paid a visit to Miami-Dade's Drug Court to tout its success in turning around the lives of nonviolent, first-time offenders with addiction problems."
Curing cocaine addiction
From: news8austin.com
"The total social cost of overall drug addiction is as much as $1 trillion a year in the United States, Brodie said. He hopes, however, one drug in particular could turn things around."
Legislator pushes for new drug laws
From: badgerherald.com
"A series of 10 witnesses gathered at the Capitol Wednesday to hold an informational hearing on the illegal drug methamphetamine, advocating for the proposal of legislation to prevent addiction. State Rep. Scott Suder, R-Abbotsford, chairman of the Assembly Criminal and Homeland Security Committee, organized the hearing. Current treatment of methamphetamine addiction has created concerns.
" DOHERTY TESTED ANTI-ADDICTION IMPLANT
From: www.contactmusic.com
"Recovering rocker PETE DOHERTY took heroin just hours after leaving rehab, to test a new anti-addiction implant he has been given. The former LIBERTINES frontman ended a two-week stay in a London hospital on Saturday (19FEB05) and doctors proclaimed him clean and free of the drug."
JOHN HELPED WAINWRIGHT OVERCOME DRUGS ADDICTION
From: www.contactmusic.com
"SIR ELTON JOHN helped cult singer-songwriter RUFUS WAINWRIGHT overcome his drug addiction. The ROCKET MAN helped the American star get clean and recommended rehabilitation centre the Hazelden in Minnesota, America, where Wainwright spent a month detoxing and undergoing therapy a couple of years ago."
Wednesday, February 08, 2006
Monday, January 23, 2006
What Is Alcoholism...Really?
A short introduction to a subject many thousands of readers have been affected by and want to learn more about.
In response to a growing demand for quality content on Alcoholism, we commissioned a group of expert writers to create this article. Let's get right into the content.
Alcoholism, also known as alcohol dependence, is a disease that causes a person to be so physiologically dependent on alcohol that this dependence interferes with work, relationships or school. Alcohol abuse does not include an extremely strong craving for alcohol, loss of control over drinking or physical dependence, but it can be just as devastating to your life. Whether you have alcoholism or abuse alcohol, your problem can affect your quality of life and your career and can damage your relationships.
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Alcoholism and alcohol abuse can be factors in violent crimes, teen pregnancies and date rape. As many as 13 million people in the United States may have a problem with alcohol. Short-term physical effects of alcohol use include: Distorted vision, hearing and coordination. Altered perceptions and emotions. Impaired judgment. Bad breath. Hangovers. Long-term physical effects of heavy alcohol use include: Loss of appetite. Vitamin deficiencies. Skin problems. Sexual impotence. Memory loss. Digestive-system disorders such as ulcers, inflammation of the pancreas, gastritis (inflammation of the stomach) and cirrhosis (liver damage). Central and peripheral nervous systems damage, including blackouts, hallucinations, tremors, alcohol withdrawal syndrome and death. Damage to unborn children (from even moderate drinking), including birth defects, mental retardation, learning problems and fetal alcohol syndrome. Psychological and interpersonal problems, including impaired thinking and judgment, changes in mood and behavior, child abuse, impaired social relationships, and marital, scholastic, job-related, legal, and financial problems
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In response to a growing demand for quality content on Alcoholism, we commissioned a group of expert writers to create this article. Let's get right into the content.
Alcoholism, also known as alcohol dependence, is a disease that causes a person to be so physiologically dependent on alcohol that this dependence interferes with work, relationships or school. Alcohol abuse does not include an extremely strong craving for alcohol, loss of control over drinking or physical dependence, but it can be just as devastating to your life. Whether you have alcoholism or abuse alcohol, your problem can affect your quality of life and your career and can damage your relationships.
As you've seen from the article you're reading, we have tried to compile the very best resources from across the Internet on this topic - build the ultimate destination that'll attract you and others interested in the subject.
Alcoholism and alcohol abuse can be factors in violent crimes, teen pregnancies and date rape. As many as 13 million people in the United States may have a problem with alcohol. Short-term physical effects of alcohol use include: Distorted vision, hearing and coordination. Altered perceptions and emotions. Impaired judgment. Bad breath. Hangovers. Long-term physical effects of heavy alcohol use include: Loss of appetite. Vitamin deficiencies. Skin problems. Sexual impotence. Memory loss. Digestive-system disorders such as ulcers, inflammation of the pancreas, gastritis (inflammation of the stomach) and cirrhosis (liver damage). Central and peripheral nervous systems damage, including blackouts, hallucinations, tremors, alcohol withdrawal syndrome and death. Damage to unborn children (from even moderate drinking), including birth defects, mental retardation, learning problems and fetal alcohol syndrome. Psychological and interpersonal problems, including impaired thinking and judgment, changes in mood and behavior, child abuse, impaired social relationships, and marital, scholastic, job-related, legal, and financial problems
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