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Articles from February 2011

• Addiction costs remain high even if drug rehab programs are cut

  In a climate where several states are considering cutting funding for drug rehab programs, lawmakers will have to weigh the cost of continuing addiction treatment programs against the expense of dealing with the consequences of unchecked substance abuse. more...

• Marijuana shown to affect male sexual function

  Cannabis use is known to lead to a number of neurological side effects. However, a new study now shows that smoking marijuana may also cause sexual side effects in men who are addicted to the drug and fail to seek substance abuse help. more...

• National anti-drug campaign shows promising results

  While the number of people who seek drug rehab treatment for marijuana addiction remains high, a new study has found that federal efforts to reduce drug use in children may be paying off. more...

• Amphetamine use may increase risk of Parkinsons disease

  Certain amphetamines that are prescribed for attention deficit hyper activity disorder, but are also frequently abused, may cause damage to the brain that increases the risk of developing Parkinsons disease later in life, according to a new study. more...

• New medication could improve opiate addiction treatment

  Individuals who struggle with opiate addiction may soon have a new treatment option. A team of Norwegian researchers is reporting that the non-addictive medication naltrexone may be effective at blocking cravings for heroin and other opiates. more...

• Depression increases dropout risk

  Depressed individuals are much more likely to drop out of college, according to a new study from Michigan State University researchers. more...

• Peer support helps depressed patients improve

  Mental health and drug rehab facilities that provide their depression patients with opportunities to engage with others who are struggling with similar problems may be an effective option for severely depressed individuals. more...

• Binge drinking can cause heart complications

  Long-term moderate-to-heavy alcohol consumption may increase the risk of developing dangerous cardiovascular problems, according to a new study from a team of Boston University Medical Center researchers. more...

• Research uncovers causes of fetal alcohol syndrome

  Drinking during pregnancy is a well-established risk factor for birth defects. Yet researchers have been unable to pinpoint the specific causes of these deficiencies. more...

• Experts warn of the dangers of prescription drug abuse among teens

  Experts are increasingly warning parents and pediatricians to watch for the signs of prescription drug addiction in their children. Public health officials have reported that this type of drug abuse is increasing among this demographic. more...

• Greater availability of drug rehab needed to slow spread of infectious diseases

  Strengthening drug rehab programs and making substance abuse help more available to injection drug users may lead to a reduction in the spread of infectious diseases, according to a new study from Australian researchers. more...

• Communities battle rising rates of opiate addiction

  In the early part of the new century, public health authorities reported decreases in the number of people using drugs like heroin, morphine and prescription painkillers. more...