mental health

Defense Mechanisms in Drug Addiction Question.?

Question by ebizartistry: Defense mechanisms in drug addiction question.?
Can anyone in mental health or drug addiction counseling give me examples of how an addict might use minimization, projection, intellectualizing, diversion, and hostility?

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Answer by Jack
i’m not a mental health or drug addiction counselor.
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How Does the Drug Program Work Inside Federal Prison?

Question by Chrystal B: How does the drug program work inside federal prison?

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Answer by INSOMNIAC
Substance Abuse Treatment

In Fiscal Year 1989, the Bureau of Prisons designed a comprehensive substance abuse treatment strategy in an effort to change inmates’ criminal and drug-using behaviors. This strategy begins with… Continue reading

Substance Addiction Problems Women Mental Health Residential Treatment Programs

Substance Addiction Problems Women Mental Health Residential Treatment Programs — http://www.brookhavenretreat.com/cms/ or call Brookhaven Retreat 877.817.3422, for upscale residential treatment programs for women with Substance Addiction …


Psychology: Who in your life do you want to see high?
… Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, Kurt Cobain, Heath Ledger and so on. These… Continue reading

What Do Drug Rehab Inpatient Centers Cost?

Question by MzLeen: What do drug rehab inpatient centers cost?
I have a loved one that needs rehab in the worst way. They need inpatient care. but there is no insurance and not much money. I am trying to get a typical cost for these places. I have tried to… Continue reading

Ellen Page: More Than Just an Actress

Ellen Page: More than just an actress
“I'm here today because I am gay, and because maybe I can make a difference to help others have an easier and more hopeful time. … According to a recent “American Progress” article, such youths are not only being bullied in school, facing… Continue reading

San Jose Man Dies in Fatal DUI Crash

San Jose Man Dies In Fatal DUI Crash
While Kumar was treated at the scene of the accident and then taken to Valley Medical Center, Jaramillo had to be extricated for the Beetle before he was also transported to Valley Medical Center. Jaramillo reportedly died later of his injuries. After… Continue reading

Nominated Costumes Get Museum Treatment in LA

Nominated costumes get museum treatment in LA
LOS ANGELES—The burgundy velour suit Christian Bale finished with an ascot stands next to the slinky, leopard-print gown worn by Jennifer Lawrence in "American Hustle." Five of the flashy, low-cut dresses worn by Amy Adams occupy extra-small …
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FDA Advisory Panel Votes No on Approving Cangrelor for PCI, Bridge Therapy

FDA Advisory Panel Votes No on Approving Cangrelor for PCI, Bridge Therapy
Overall, treatment with cangrelor reduced the composite efficacy end point of all-cause mortality, MI, ischemia-driven coronary revascularization, and stent thrombosis by 22% compared with patients treated a 300-mg or 600-mg loading dose of clopidogrel …
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Slain Conn. Woman Sought Psychiatric Care for Son

Slain Conn. woman sought psychiatric care for son
Friends say she shepherded him through numerous hospitalizations, changing medications and doctors, and various treatment programs for his mental illness, seemingly to no avail. All the while, friends said Rohner, a recent breast cancer survivor, would …
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3.3 Million Enrolled in Exchanges Obamacare Finally Clears the Tower

3.3 million enrolled in exchanges Obamacare finally clears the tower
Pat Quinn released a five-year plan yesterday to restructure his state's Medicaid program in order to secure $ 5.2 billion more from the feds. The proposal would expand services like mental health and addiction treatment, community-based care for the …… Continue reading