Large Study Shows Substance Abuse Rates Higher in Teenagers With ADHD

Published March 3, 2013

Large study shows substance abuse rates higher in teenagers with ADHD

Filed under: drug abuse treatment

This study is the first to examine teenage substance abuse and treatment for ADHD in a large multi-site sample. It also is the first to recognize that increased use of cigarettes in teenagers with ADHD histories commonly occurs with use of other …
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Passages Malibu Applauds Easier Access to Addiction Treatment Starting in 2014

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The two alcohol & drug abuse treatment centers offer an alternative to the 12 step/AA model of addiction treatment by utilizing a holistic program that focuses on the underlying issues of substance dependency, rather than attributing addiction to an …
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Porter County Substance Abuse Council continue their fight for the safety of …

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From alcohol to tobacco to drugs, the Porter County SAC and its Treatment sub-committee, headed by Jennifer Harkel, provide countless evidence-based substance abuse programs throughout the community to assist all of those dealing with the challenges …
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