Caught in the net
It is no surprise therefore that the latest edition of the worldwide psychiatric profession's bible, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), will include a possible new addiction, ''internet-use disorder''. In recognition of …
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Vermont substance abuse programs could see stress under federal health …
National statistics examined by the AP indicated that about 53,000 Vermonters, out of an overall population of about 626,000, need substance abuse treatment; about 5,000 are getting it now. Many of those not getting treatment simply have not made the …
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Looking beyond addiction in society's moments of clarity
Previous. Next. Gallery Image. 1/4. (From left) Geoff Hughes, Michele Law, and Christine Barnhart look on as Jason Page, current resident of Foundation House, shares his story of addiction and recovery. … It is classified as an Axis I disorder in the …
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