Can Physiatrists (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Treat Addictions?
Question by : Can physiatrists (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) treat addictions?
Addiction is a disease, and it is debilitating. And the sufferers need rehabilitation. But as far as I know, physiatrists don’t treat addiction. I want to know for sure is they do or don’t, and if… Continue reading
What Do They Do About Heroin Addicts and Alcoholics in Jail?
Question by : what do they do about heroin addicts and alcoholics in jail?
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Answer by WRG
It’s called forced detox. It is ugly.
Answer by Bruce
They do have a nurse on staff that monitors them. If it gets bad enough, they will take them to the… Continue reading
Louisville to Pay $160K to Dead Inmate's Family
Louisville to pay 0K to dead inmate's family
The city has agreed to pay $ 160,000 to the family of a heroin addict who died in 2012 while detoxing at the city jail. Savannah Sparks, 27, received scant medical attention for days, despite obvious signs of a fierce withdrawal, Louisville… Continue reading
Is There an Online Support Group for People With a Family Member That Is Struggling With Drug Addiction?
Question by fake_blonde: Is there an online support group for people with a family member that is struggling with drug addiction?
I have a loved one with a substance abuse problem and it has taken its toll on me emotionally over the years. I was wondering if… Continue reading
Call to Expand Drug Treatment in Prison
Call to expand drug treatment in prison
The report, detailed in the Irish Examiner yesterday, found very high lifetime, recent and current drug usage among inmates, particularly of cannabis and prescription tablets, such as tranquillisers and sedatives. A team of researchers, … One finding …
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What About Fasting for Detox and Weight Loss? Is It Safe?
Question by byebye: What about fasting for detox and weight loss? Is it safe?
I AM TRYING to simplify my life, lose weight and get healthier. If there were spiritual benefits that would be a plus as well.
I found a whole ‘subculture’ of people (committed to-) and methods of-… Continue reading