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I had to attend a DWI screening at a drug and alcohol center for an evaluation ordered by the DMV of NY to get my license back, I told them the truth that I hadn’t had a drink in more than a year or done drugs in over 2 years they charged me $200 bucks then told me after 15 minutes of yes and no questions that I needed at 12 week program. That sounds sketchy to me!!! it seems like they just want your money Read more

I need read a book and do a review for a class about life, society and drugs. I would like an e-book so I can read it anywhere. I could also read one that costs no more than $10. Read more

Friends of mine have an adult child who has already been through short term drug and alcohol rehab (2 weeks to 30 days) treatments, only to relapse. He needs longer term treatment to address the psychological problems associated with addiction; but like millions of other Americans he has no insurance.
Is anyone aware of any long term treatment centers that may help him? Read more

Girl works for drug/alcohol treatment center, people ask for referrals for attorney, she refers one in particular and that attorney does pro bono work for her. Is this legal. It seems that there is a “captive audience” as these people in treatment need legal help. Read more

I know someone going there and I was wondering if she is going to be introduced to the 12 step program. Read more

You do in all states. This is regulated by the federal government as well as your state. Read more

It’s called Drug and Alcohol treatment, or rehab.
I have a database of centres in the UK if you’re interested. Prices tend to be higher than in the US, but they vary enormously. The Priory (a group of several centres) is probably the most well-known, but also the most expensive. Email me if you need details of anywhere. Read more

What is the difference between:
*Residential Treatment Programs
*Outpatient Rehabilitation Programs
*Inpatient Programs
Also, does anyone have any resources for these types of treatment facilities. I would like general information, but if you would like to be more specific, I live in Wisconsin.
Thank you! Read more

fact is i will only quit if i want to. so its safe to say that “treatment” is nothing but a money making scam!! Read more

I have heard that when people hit their rock bottom is when they seek help. I hope you are doing OK. Take Care. Read more

I am looking to get help for someone who has been using hard drugs for thirty years. He has already been through the twelve step thing so many times without any long term success, any alternative? Read more

I am not sure anyone has ever done a study on this, at least that I know of. Hopefully it’s high, bottom line if a person truely wants to stop drugs and or alcohol they will and a treatment center can give them the tools. Read more

Go to SAMHSA.gov. then follow the directions for states and locals. you should find something there Read more

My mother is an alcoholic and drug user. She needs to be committed to a treatment center but she will not go. Last week she slit her wrists and went to the emergency room (50 stitches) but they let her go. I did not know until afterward that she had done this. How can I have her committed if she won’t go on her own? If she attemps suicide again, can I have her committed? Thanks. Read more

generally speaking “Alcohol Freedom” programs ALSO mean “Drug Freedom”, and vice versa.
In thus use, alcohol is considered a drug, and from that standpopint everything is about the same.
yes you WILL get tested of illicit drugs, and for high levesl on legal drugs, like vicodin. Read more