Substance Abuse, Alcohol and Drug Addiction Are Personal and Family Issues

Substance Abuse, Alcohol and Drug Addiction Are Personal and Family Issues – www.DrBarge.com Dr. JoAnne Barge, a Psychologist & Marriage and Family Therapist, speaks about the psychological effects of substance abuse with regard to both the individual who is dealing with alcohol or drug issues, and the family of the addict. There are solutions, but each individual and family responds to different approaches. Learn more in this video. Call for an appointment 310-472-2329.

Alcohol, drug abuse cost Alaska's economy .2 B in 2010

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Alcohol and drug abuse took a heavy toll on Alaska's economy in 2010, according to a new report from McDowell Group, funded by the Advisory Board on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse, Alaska Mental Health Board, and the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority.
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Addiction counselors tolerate moderate substance abuse in patients

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The survey of 913 members of the National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Addiction Counselors from the USA showed that approximately 50% of respondents believe it would be acceptable if their alcohol abuse clients wanted to limit their drinking …
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