Friday, September 30, 2011

"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

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

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

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

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

Monday, September 26, 2011

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

Sunday, September 25, 2011

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?

Saturday, September 24, 2011

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

Friday, September 23, 2011

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

Thursday, September 22, 2011

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

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

"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

Tuesday, September 20, 2011

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

Monday, September 19, 2011

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

Sunday, September 18, 2011

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

Saturday, September 17, 2011

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

Friday, September 16, 2011

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

Thursday, September 15, 2011

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

Wednesday, September 14, 2011

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

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

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

Monday, September 12, 2011

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

Sunday, September 11, 2011

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

Saturday, September 10, 2011

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

Friday, September 9, 2011

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

Thursday, September 8, 2011

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

Wednesday, September 7, 2011

"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

Tuesday, September 6, 2011

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

Monday, September 5, 2011

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

Sunday, September 4, 2011

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

Saturday, September 3, 2011

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

Friday, September 2, 2011

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

Thursday, September 1, 2011

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