Dealing With Addiction – Part II

Dealing with Addiction – Part II – Dealing with Addiction is a look into the complex world of cross-addiction, featuring the presence of problem gambling intermingled with substance abuse, and mental health issues. 30-50% of problem gamblers in treatment or support groups are substance abusers. This 15-minute video features recovering persons and clinicians in the field and is a joint effort of the Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling (FCCG) and the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association (FADAA). For more information, visit www.gamblinghelp.org or call 888-ADMIT-IT.

Catalyst Pharma shares collapse after addiction drug flops in PhIIb

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The small Coral Gables, FL-based biotech says that CPP-109 (vigabatrin) did not beat out a placebo in keeping subjects cocaine free during a two-week treatment period. Secondary endpoints, including a goal of seeing more negative results for cocaine in …
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Let's seek a national solution to end prescription drug abuse

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In order to keep Florida safe, we must act now to address one of the root causes of prescription drug abuse: the easy access that many Americans have to dangerous prescription drugs. Thanks to the leadership of Gov. Rick Scott, Bondi and the Florida …
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Inquirer Editorial: Drug treatment too hard to get in New Jersey

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The panel should look at places like Florida's Behavioral Health of the Palm Beaches, a treatment facility where counselors work with families and insurance companies to cover costs. Drug addiction treatment is cheaper than jail. It offers hope for …
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