Alarm over plan to dock benefits of alcoholics and addicts who reject help - The Guardian

The Guardian

Alarm over plan to dock benefits of alcoholics and addicts who reject help The Guardian Leading addiction charities have expressed deep concerns over government plans to cut the benefits of people suspected of suffering from alcoholism or drug addiction who refuse treatment for their condition. In a sign of the government's new benefits ... Go into rehab or lose benefits, drink and drug addicts are toldDaily Mail all 27 news articles »

Abuse of Authority or Addiction? - Patch.com

Abuse of Authority or Addiction? Patch.com With drug abuse, Callaghan said addicts will commonly report “phantom pain.” “Their addiction is telling them they're still in pain,” he said. “After detox they go, 'I feel great.' ” Some of the classic signs of substance abuse – missing work, ... and more »

Help prevent alcohol abuse in Union County - Suburban News

Help prevent alcohol abuse in Union County Suburban News Recognize the warning signs. Family and friends can help to prevent alcohol abuse by knowing and recognizing the warning signs. Signs to look for include: • Drinking as a way to relax or de-stress. As part of Prevention Week in Union County 2012, ...

Prescription Drug abuse is a problem in Union County - Cranford Chronicle - NJ.com

Prescription Drug abuse is a problem in Union County Cranford Chronicle - NJ.com By Cranford Chronicle Did you know that the White House's Office of National Drug Control Policy estimates the economic cost of drug abuse in the United States at $181 billion per year? Illicit drug use and the misuse of prescription medications are ... and more »

Gambling problem? States let you ban yourself from casinos - Minneapolis Star Tribune

Minneapolis Star Tribune

Gambling problem? States let you ban yourself from casinos Minneapolis Star Tribune Justin Gale has a gambling addiction he is recovering from and has voluntarily put himself on a ban from new casinos opening in Ohio which makes it a criminal offense for him to enter any of the new casinos. Even before the Horseshoe Casino Cleveland ...