"The man who makes no mistakes does not usually make anything."
Bishop W.C. Magee (1821-1891).

Mike Ditka lashes out at author of new biography about Walter Payton alleging drug abuse, depression and affairs. http://ow.ly/6JJmG

New book reveals that NFL Hall of Famer, Walter Payton, led a secret life overshadowed by addiction to painkillers. http://ow.ly/6HYAY

Today, testimony in trial of Conrad Murray comes from concert producer/promoter who was w/ MJ during his final days.http://ow.ly/6Hj52

A new kind of enemy: Report shows that 76,463 soldiers (14% of US Army) were prescribed opiates for pain in 2009. http://ow.ly/6GQDb

The much-anticipated trial of Michael Jackson's doctor, Conrad Murray, has begun. http://ow.ly/6GsZK rapiddetox addiction overdose

Ex-wife of movie icon Cary Grant tells of dark past that led him to rely on LSD in misguided search for inner peace. http://ow.ly/6FqSh

Suburban, upper-middle class pain med addicts are beginning to turn to street drugs such as heroin. http://ow.ly/6EROR rapiddetox

Extreme Fundraising:Participants raising $ 4 Guadenzia House in PA allowed to rope down several stories of historic bldg.http://ow.ly/6Els0

What will you do this weekend to take care of YOU and prepare for an awesome week ahead?

Demi Lovato speaks openly about her tough year and how treatment for drug abuse and other conditions has saved her life. http://ow.ly/6DWFt

Drug overdose suspected in death of R&B singer, Vesta Williams, at age 53. http://ow.ly/6DQER rapiddetox addiction opiates

Alarming: Every day approx. 2,500 teens age 12-17 abuse painkillers for the first time. http://ow.ly/6Dkx6 rapiddetox drugs addiction

“Only Robinson Crusoe had everything done by Friday.” (Author Unknown) Have a safe and relaxing weekend from the Waismann Method! TGIF

Redmond O'Neal may avoid jail time and get another chance at rehab.http://ow.ly/6BPbz rapiddetox addiction getoffdrugs opiates

After-care is a critical component of any opiate treatment plan. http://ow.ly/6BOHa rapiddetox addiction getoffdrugs oxycontin

"Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after another."
- Walter Elliott

A new breed of drug dealers? NY doctor indicted on charges of illegally prescribing Rx pain meds. http://ow.ly/6Aq38 opiates addiction

Man receives 8 year sentence for supplying fatal overdose of opiates to an Anchorage, AK teen in 2010. http://ow.ly/6AaYh rapiddetox

What emotional & physical needs are so powerful that they would make an addict throw away a really good life?http://ow.ly/6zwK9 rapiddetox

Recovering addicts can make passionate, dedicated drug counselors. But what happens when the couselor relapses? http://ow.ly/6z0mb

Indie rocker, Christopher Owens, of the Girls, talks openly of his addiction to opiates & repeated attempts at sobriety. http://ow.ly/6yKWE

Partially due to prescription drug misuse, the number of drug deaths now outnumbers traffic fatalities in the US. http://ow.ly/6xLjL

"Courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the judgment that something else is more important than fear."
- Ambrose Redmoon

If you haven't already, visit the Recovery Month website and take the Pledge 4 Recovery. You can make a difference. http://ow.ly/6xkZV

Waismann Method Medical Director warns of rapid incline in fatal opioid overdoses. http://ow.ly/6xb3T rapiddetox drugs opiates

Redmond O'Neal faces more prison time after violating probation terms by using meth in a r#ehab facility. http://ow.ly/6wZVS rapiddetox

The Mexican drug war moves into the realm of social media. http://ow.ly/6wMCL rapiddetox drugrehab recoverymonth

Recovery Month turns spotlight on the healing that takes place when a person rises above addiction & regains their life.http://ow.ly/6vK4o

Android phone app "Roll A Joint" draws criticism for promoting drug use to teens. Apple App Store has already banned it. http://ow.ly/6vqLm

Excellent article about addiction, addressing the factors of genetics, biology, motivation & personal responsibility.
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Xanax joins Oxycontin and Oxycodone in the top 3 most abused prescription drugs in the state of Kentucky. http://ow.ly/6uCQb

90% of parents do not believe that heavy exposure to social media leads to increased drinking and drug use among teens.http://ow.ly/6tHKM

Confused about difference between addiction & dependency? Waismann Method addresses frequently misunderstood distinction.http://ow.ly/6t3AJ

Rising rates of prescription drug abuse lead to hazardous road conditions throughout the day, not just after happy hour. http://ow.ly/6sBEz

Parents guilty of seriously underestimating kids' use of drugs & alcohol, missing opportunities for tough discussions. http://ow.ly/6skwq

Charlie Sheen's brutal Comedy Central roast, which will air on Sept. 19th, has been termed a "comic intervention." http://ow.ly/6rqRV drugs

Study on coping: Survivors of 9/11 report increased smoking, drinking & drug use in months & years following the attacks.http://ow.ly/6rhcx

In honor of Patriots Day, thank a public servant for your freedom and security.

Update: Amy Winehouse suffered a seizure due to alcohol detoxification that led to her death on July 23rd. http://ow.ly/6qGtH rapiddetox

NHL star, Todd Fedoruk, considers himself one of the lucky ones as he battles to overcome addiction, rebuild career. http://ow.ly/6q9ZS

For anyone who is (or ever was) a teen, what could your parents have done better to prepare you to handle drugs & alcohol? rapiddetox

A new government survey reveals illegal drug use among American adults has risen to 8.9%, driven primarily by marijuana. http://ow.ly/6piuS

"No one is immune from addiction; it afflicts people of all ages, races, classes, and professions."
Patrick J. Kennedy

Human rights advocates claim cashews & other Vietnamese exports produced by drug addicts detained in forced labor camps. http://ow.ly/6nIt5

Heroin mills, run like factories, feed NYC's growing market for the drug. http://ow.ly/6mDBZ

Throughout the country, Nat. Recovery Month events raise awareness & offer support to those affected by substance abuse. http://ow.ly/6mnpB

Researchers study the brain of Derek Boogaard, the hockey star who died from a mix of alcohol and oxycodone last May. http://ow.ly/6lI9h

M. Ketcheson, a Toronto-based phychotherapist, discusses the prevalance of addiction among creative arts professionals. http://ow.ly/6lHQS

Provo, UT holds 3rd annual Recovery Day next Sat. to celebrate success of addicts who regained control of their lives.http://ow.ly/6lgOI

4 LA "pill mills" raided on suspicion of providing illegal prescriptions for painkillers such as Oxycontin. http://ow.ly/6l7bt pillmill

Although it still feels like summer outside, it's time to protect your health by getting your annual flu shot.http://ow.ly/6kRK3 rapiddetox

This is scary. It makes me feel grateful to live in a society that recognizes addicts are people & addiction is a disease.http://ow.ly/6kIGS

Happy Labor Day Weekend from the Waismann Method. Celebrate safely!

September is National Recovery Month. Click on the link to search for events in your local area. http://ow.ly/6jQyy rapiddetox drugrehab

SAMHSA awards up to $12.2 million in grants aimed at developing culturally competent behavioral health professionals. http://ow.ly/6jmSu

In contrast to national trend, Boston area reports progress in reducing overdose deaths from heroin and other opiates. http://ow.ly/6iQf2