http://www.articlesnatch.com/rss2/narconon narconon Articles from ArticleSnatch.com Rss Follow Up Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:54:12 -0500 alcohol]]> addiction]]> drug abuse]]> drug awareness]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Effects-Of-Drug-Addiction-On-Immediate-Family/3663396 Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09:30:06 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Effects-Of-Drug-Addiction-On-Immediate-Family/3663396 "Club Drugs" are a group of group of psychoactive drugs that allow the user to become less inhibited and more intimate in social settings. They are referred to as "Club Drugs" because they are most often used at clubs and all-night rave parties. Narconon has been aware of the great risks that club drugs pose to users. We have made it a point to educate our youth, as well as community members, of the serious dangers these drugs present. What Are They? The term "Club Drugs" is an umbrella name for MDMA ("ecstasy"), GHB ("liquid ecstasy"), Rohypnol ("roofies"), and ketamine ("special K"). GHB, Rohypnol, and Ketamine are all central nervous system depressants, whereas MDMA is a central nervous system stimulant. These drugs are most often used in social settings, such as clubs, bars, parties, concerts, and other places that teens and young adults go. What Are the Physical Effects? The exact effects that these drugs will have on the body are not certain, due to the inability of knowing what contaminants may have been used in the manufacturing process. However, it is certain that users will suffer consequences. In low doses, GHB causes drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, and visual disturbances.drugs]]> clubs]]> raves]]> rehab]]> addiction]]> treatment]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/More-Than-We-Bargained-For---Narconon-Looks-Into-The-Club-Drug-Epidemic/3545980 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 19:05:33 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/More-Than-We-Bargained-For---Narconon-Looks-Into-The-Club-Drug-Epidemic/3545980 Drug and alcohol addiction is a widespread problem; many people who feel they have their drinking or drug taking under control are actually in the grip of an addiction that they can't or won't even recognise. Luckily for those who are willing to ask for help, there is no shortage of organisations that can provide emotional support, advice and even practical assistance to those addicted to drugs or alcohol. Rehab clinics, short for rehabilitation, may seem to be the domain of celebrity addicts whose careers have been derailed by too much partying, but ordinary people can be admitted to these institutions too. As with any other methods of dealing with addiction, the addict should want to be helped and has to admit that they have a problem. In some cases, courts have sent people to rehab to try and force them to clean up their act, but this is only a short-term solution. If the addict doesn't want to be helped they will soon find themselves drinking or taking drugs once released from the clinic. In most addiction cases rehab isn't necessary.Narconon Fresh Start]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Drug-And-Alcohol-Addiction-/3472914 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 13:22:32 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Drug-And-Alcohol-Addiction-/3472914 By now, most people are aware that club drugs are illegal, and that they can be dangerous. However, most people are unaware of just how impaired one's judgment can become while under the influence of club drugs. It's not hype, and it's not make-believe. Drugs such as GHB, Ketamine, Ecstasy, Rohypnol, along with LSD and Methamphetamines can severely impact a person's judgment at even a small dose. The following examples and similar stories are becoming more frequent as time goes on. Anyone who thinks club drugs are harmless, or are not responsible for some dangerous and stupid things should read on. Smuggling Drugs Aboard a Military Plane Recently, pair of Military men, one a Captain in the United States Military, were found guilty of smuggling in one of the more popular club drugs aboard a military plane. They were charged with not only smuggling, but conspiring to possess and distribute the drug. These are not stupid people, obviously. Yet, their desire to take and sell the drug overcame even common sense. It is quite possible that the decision to do this was done while under the influence of Ecstasy.addiction]]> abuse]]> drugs]]> treatment]]> club drugs]]> raves]]> ecstacy]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/3-Things-You-Won-t-Believe-People-Did-While-On-Club-Drugs/3463398 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 23:10:19 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/3-Things-You-Won-t-Believe-People-Did-While-On-Club-Drugs/3463398 Read more information about nature of addiction. It's got always fascinated me that people of excellent will, people of letters, qualified people who study and earnestly try to understand the nature of addiction, can frequently completely disagree with one another. Is drug addiction the result of a man response to pain Could it be genetic Is it socio-economic Can it be caused by a shortage of love. The Mayo Clinic comes with a scientific explanation of when drug addiction occurs, stating, Physical addiction looks to occur when repeated using a drug alters reward pathways on your brain. The addicting drug causes physical changes to some nerve cells (neurons) inside your brain. Neurons use chemicals called neurotransmitters to talk. Narconon sees the addiction as being caused partially by the selfesteem individuals. Those who have low selfconcepts, who feel bad about themselves, use a higher rate of addiction. Individuals with low selfconcepts use psychoactive substances with the idea to enhance or create pleasure inside their lives, or to decrease the constant emotional pain they live with. Better a person feels about himself, the less likely he'll be to apply or abuse psychoactive substances.nature of addiction]]> big island treatment]]> big island recove]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Several-Theories-For-Reasons-For-Substance-Abuse/3392997 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 01:42:52 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Several-Theories-For-Reasons-For-Substance-Abuse/3392997 Narconon Southern California-part of the internationally recognized Narconon family of drug treatment facilities-provides treatment for drug and alcohol addiction and dependence for those seeking to end their addictions once and for all.Drug and alcohol dependence ruin lives, result in premature death, destroy careers and families, cause injury and financial ruin and diminish personal integrity. Our prisons are filled with people whose crimes were in some way are connected to their abuse of drugs or alcohol. If you or someone you love is addicted to drugs or alcohol, there is a solution. At Narconon Southern California, we're dedicated to helping people who are dependent on or addicted to drugs or alcohol to get through a successful drug rehabilitation program that will change their lives and the lives of their families.Thousands of people have successfully completed drug rehabilitation programs through Narconon Southern California and have gone on to lead healthy, stable, sober lives. Where other traditional disease-based treatment options fail, Narconon Southern California succeeds. Contrary to popular wisdom, addiction isn't a disease, and it's not something that an addict has to live with for the rest of his or her life.Narconon Fresh Start]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/-Narconon-Fresh-Start-s-Contribution-In-Drug-And-Alcohol-Treatment/3345420 Tue, 15 Nov 2011 11:40:11 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/-Narconon-Fresh-Start-s-Contribution-In-Drug-And-Alcohol-Treatment/3345420 Methamphetamine Addiction Perhaps the most detrimental long-term health problem caused by methamphetamine use is addiction. The risk of becoming addicted to methamphetamine is very high for people who use the drug. Addiction can be described as "the state of being enslaved to a habit or practice or to something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming, such as narcotics, to such an extent that its cessation causes severe trauma." - dictionary.com. Somebody that uses methamphetamine over a long period of time may find that his or her brain has changed. Doctors and scientists are starting to discover how problematic these changes can be. Meth and the Brain Addicts who are chronically addicted to methamphetamine tend to act out in random violence. The long term changes in the brain can manifest as hallucinations - both visual and auditory, paranoia, and dementia. Many long time abusers of methamphetamine have experienced formication, which is the feeling that insects are all over their bodies. More than twenty percent of methamphetamine addicts develop an affliction in their brains that is very similar to schizophrenia. This stays with them even after they stop using the drug and in many cases it cannot be treated.Narconon]]> Health]]> Meth]]> abuse]]> drugs]]> addiction]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Narconon-Investigates-The-Long-Term-Health-Risks-Of-Methamphetamine-Addiction--/2909621 Sun, 28 Aug 2011 23:08:30 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Narconon-Investigates-The-Long-Term-Health-Risks-Of-Methamphetamine-Addiction--/2909621 Methamphetamine is a powerful stimulant that was discovered in 1919 by a Japanese scientist. It was first marketed and sold as a recreational drug, until its side effects became evident. Methamphetamine is still used to treat some diseases, but the necessity of its use for any reason is open to debate. Methamphetamine provides a seemingly limitless supply of energy for the user. Meth users often report feeling superhuman with increased awareness and highly euphoric. It is perhaps these effects which results in a high potential of abuse. The effects of Methamphetamine As a stimulant methamphetamine causes a user to stay awake and alert for long periods of time. It was used during war to assist pilots to fly longer missions and ground troops to last longer on the battlefield. Methamphetamine is also known to affect the moral compass of the user. Users often feel little or no emotion when inflicting harm on others. This contributes to its use during war time, as troops become effective killing machines while using the drug. Meth has similar effects to cocaine but is often many times more potent.Meth]]> addiction]]> abuse]]> drugs]]> narconon]]> health]]> kids]]> teens]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/What-Is-Meth-And-Why-Is-It-So-Addictive-/2906688 Sat, 27 Aug 2011 22:15:10 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/What-Is-Meth-And-Why-Is-It-So-Addictive-/2906688 To help a meth addict with meth withdrawal it is best to get them into a professional program that comprehensively deals with all aspects of meth drug withdrawal, namely a Narconon program. Meth drug is a psycho stimulant that is also physically addictive. If not professionally supervised, the rebound effects from meth withdrawal will be intense and painful at both a physical and emotional level. Although withdrawal from stimulant drugs is generally safer than narcotics or alcohol withdrawal, care needs to be taken that the meth addict does not choose to use meth drug again to relieve the symptoms of meth withdrawal. Although the meth addicts in withdrawal might find themselves to be sleeping to excess, as a result of fatigue, brought on by meth over-stimulation, it is likely meth users will feel depleted, rather than a healthy tiredness. Meth places the body and mind under much tension and pressure. Meth withdrawal can lead to excessive depression, but equally to feelings of tension, irritability and anger. http://www.csam-asam.org/pdf/misc/MethamphetamineWithdrawalMcGregor.pdf Mood swings will occur, much like the pendulum of a clock arcs back and forth around the point of equilibrium and rest.Narconon]]> Meth]]> Abuse]]> Addiction]]> Rehabilitation]]> Health]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-Help-A-Withdrawing-Meth-Addict/2901798 Fri, 26 Aug 2011 17:27:15 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-Help-A-Withdrawing-Meth-Addict/2901798 You instinctively know that something is wrong. You think it's drug use but involvement with drugs is denied. But still, something is very wrong. It could be your spouse or your child, a best friend or even your parent. You could be a boss trying to figure out what's wrong with your employee or an employee wondering what's up with the boss. If you've got someone using something as highly addictive, physically damaging and downright vicious as methamphetamine, you'd better know how to spot it. The first thing to know is that when a person is addicted, tragically, they usually try to perpetuate the addiction by refusing help and denying any problem. Addicts routinely manipulate anyone around them who might threaten their ability to keep using the drug they feel they need to function - to feel good - to keep cravings and withdrawal sickness away. So the first thing to expect is that you are very unlikely to get a straight answer. You will have to learn the signs, look for evidence of drug use and then make your own decision on the matter. Next, methamphetamine is a strong stimulant. It can be smoked, ingested or injected.Narconon]]> Drug abuse]]> Rehab]]> Health]]> Meth]]> addiction]]> alcohol]]> rehabilitation]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Do-You-Know-How-To-Recognize-The-Signs-Of-Methamphetamine-Use-/2895696 Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:06:42 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Do-You-Know-How-To-Recognize-The-Signs-Of-Methamphetamine-Use-/2895696 Methamphetamine addiction can be prevented but, the process involves critical and strategic planning. Methamphetamine, commonly known as "meth", is a highly addictive stimulant. The effects last longer than other drugs, making it even more potentially dangerous, than drugs whose effects are short lived. The production and use of meth are among the most dangerous of all drugs. It involves a family, a community, a country to help wage an effective war against this deadly drug. Law enforcement works daily across the country to stop the manufacture and the distribution of methamphetamine. Police, detectives and other law enforcement agencies work consistently with sting operations, raids, and busts to seek out the "meth labs" and bring them down. A lot of research and many observational hours go into finding and then successfully busting a meth cook or dealer. Meth labs are infamously known for their potential danger because of the combination and processing of several highly toxic chemicals. In essence, elimination of the source of meth distribution is the most resourceful method of stopping the meth addiction. The effects of drug education on America's youth have profound and valuable effects.Narconon]]> Health]]> Meth]]> Addiction]]> Abuse]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-Stop-Methamphetamine-Addiction/2888452 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 15:41:32 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-Stop-Methamphetamine-Addiction/2888452 Many people do not realize the large amount of young adults who are using and abusing alcohol. This abuse has become so significant, that before the age of 18, over 70 percent of teens have had at least one drink. NIDA, The National Institute for Drugs and Alcohol, has also discovered that people are four times more likely to become addicted to alcohol when they start to drink before the legal age limit. Educating our youth on drug and alcohol abuse is very important and helping them to say no is a big part of that. Talking to your children and informing them about alcohol and the dangers it entails is a good way to prevent alcohol abuse. Letting them know that alcohol is dangerous and that it is the main cause of over 75,000 deaths per year could definitely help them make the right decision. For some kids, they may start just because everyone else is doing it and they want to fit in; this is not how you want to fit in. Let your child know that these are not the friends they want to hang out with on a day to day basis.Narconon]]> Alcohol]]> Teens]]> Rehab]]> Prevention]]> Education]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Ways-Teens-Can-Say-No-To-Alcohol/2828942 Sat, 13 Aug 2011 01:35:50 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Ways-Teens-Can-Say-No-To-Alcohol/2828942 As a popular social drink, the negative impact of alcohol on athletic performance is seriously underestimated. In most countries alcohol advertising in sport is severely limited, or restricted. However, there is still a strong social imperative for people to drink alcohol. Athletes need to be aware of the negative impact of alcohol abuse on athletic performance and make an informed decision not to drink alcohol if they want to achieve optimal athletic results. Athletes know that regulation of sleep, good food intake, and specialized workout routines are crucial to the high level of performance that is demanded of athletes - both as a personal best, and for the good of the team. Athletes and others can be surprised at the many ways in which alcohol drinking impairs athletic performance. A brochure published by Princeton University identifies the main negative impacts that alcohol drinking has on athletes. Effects of Alcohol after Workout Athletes might think that a post workout drink is ok - relaxing and restorative - but this is not the case. Alcohol prevents muscle repair and recovery. After a strenuous workout, you need nutrition and a good sleep.Narconon]]> Alcohol Rehab]]> Alcohol treatment]]> Rehabilitation centers]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Alcohol-s-Negative-Impact-On-Athletes/2821703 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 17:36:12 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Alcohol-s-Negative-Impact-On-Athletes/2821703 Drinking Alcohol, Health and Wellness Drinking excessively produces a myriad of medical conditions. It causes both long-term and short-term disorders. It is responsible for a variety of illness and disease. If it's possible that you have got an issue with alcohol addiction you ought to get a comprehensive examination from your doctor before alcohol can begin to create significant health problems for you. If you realize that you are addicted to drinking alcohol, you need to get treatment for addiction to alcohol today. Even if you do not consider yourself addicted to alcohol, but it produces troubles in your daily life, you need to seek out rehabilitation for alcohol addiction immediately. Short-Term Concerns From Alcohol There are plenty of short-term adverse effects when it comes to alcohol abuse. Alcohol consumption is going to impair a person's capacity to drive, which could result in an injury to the drinker or an innocent bystander from a car crash. It makes a person's behavior explosive or erratic, and may result in ruined relationships, physical altercations and legal trouble. Liquor can be quite risky anytime mixed with additional substances;Narconon]]> alcohol rehab]]> rehabilitation]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Alcohols-Ill-Effects-On-The-Liver/2817365 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:51:02 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Alcohols-Ill-Effects-On-The-Liver/2817365 Widespread cocaine abuse has been an issue for quite some time in the United States. Although the ever growing popularity of methamphetamine has somewhat overshadowed the abuse of cocaine, there continues to be a threat of cocaine addiction in virtually every state in the United States. Cocaine abuse can be found in all walks of life. Whether it is a business man or a restaurant worker, cocaine is being used for various reasons. Cocaine abusers use the drug for many reasons. Regardless of the reason, the abuser will begin to show several signs of addiction. How do you know that someone you love is hooked on cocaine? 10. When your loved one becomes addicted to cocaine, they may not be able to fulfill obligations at home, at work, or other various activities. They may feel like they need the cocaine to feel normal and participate in daily activities, such as work. Without the cocaine, they may just decide not to attend. 9. The loved one will likely be preoccupied with their effort to seek out and use cocaine. The drug abuse will become their top priority above all other things, even those which were once very important to the person.Narconon]]> Cocaine abuse]]> Rehab]]> treatment]]> rehabilitation]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/10-Signs-Someone-You-Love-Is-Hooked-On-Cocaine/2817051 Wed, 10 Aug 2011 23:26:16 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/10-Signs-Someone-You-Love-Is-Hooked-On-Cocaine/2817051 There are theories and studies suggesting that teenage drinking can lead to teenage and early adult drug use. Survey of Narconon Clients Through the years, in gathering information from clients at Narconon drug and alcohol rehab, the stats have backed up this theory. A quick review of client information forms from the last decade indicates that the majority of those who arrive to treatment for harder drugs used alcohol first. The predominant answers to "When did you have your first drink?" were ages 13 to 16. pot and then heavier drugs followed. Many had their first drink at home, but if it was with their parents, they didn't over indulge. Overindulgence occurred with friends and stolen goods from the liquor cabinet. Though not an official study, in a recent survey of Narconon clients, two out of three labeled alcohol as the gateway substance to drugs. The first drug used, after trying alcohol, was usually weed. As one client described, "The alcohol made me lose my inhibitions. I wouldn't have smoked pot otherwise, but I was feeling like I was willing to try anything.Narconon]]> Teen Alcohol Abuse]]> Alcohol rehab]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Fate-Of-The-Teenage-Drinker/2816974 Wed, 10 Aug 2011 23:10:52 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Fate-Of-The-Teenage-Drinker/2816974 Through our many years of caring for various alcohol abuse difficulties, counselors at Narconon Vista Bay Drug and Alcohol Rehab realize that a large number of our clients began misuse liquor from a young age. It is our belief that by instructing men and women about the perils and indicators related to adolescent alcohol abuse, we'll reduce this frightening crisis and minimize the quantity of adult alcoholics and drug abusers. Underage Alcohol Abuse Booze is undoubtedly the drug of choice among adolescents, and it's reported to be a major public health challenge across the nation. It is estimated that on a yearly basis, 5,000 people younger than twenty-one die as a result of alcohol consumption, whether directly or indirectly. Motor vehicle accidents are liable for 1,900 of these deaths, an astounding 1,600 from homicides, 300 are a result of committing suicide, with the rest produced by personal injuries, falls, drowning, and fires. In spite of these distressing numbers, consuming alcohol is extensive among children.Underage drinking]]> Teen alcohol abuse]]> alcohol rehab]]> teen alcohol addiction]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Narconon-Alcohol-Rehab-Assesses-The-Dangers-Involving-Underage-Drinking/2629732 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:57:05 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Narconon-Alcohol-Rehab-Assesses-The-Dangers-Involving-Underage-Drinking/2629732 Drug rehabilitation is very essential to allow these individuals to lead an ordinary life-style once more. Persons suffering from addiction need addiction treatment over punishment because drugs can without doubt be bought or traded for within just about any jail or prison in the globe which only exacerbates the issue. Addiction rehab aids addicts in making essential adjustments in their life which will permit them to give up drugs. addiction rehab packages ought to present a number of rehab possibilities that may fulfill specific needs and provide continual help. Drug addiction rehab also called alcohol and drugs detox or simply rehab, is usually an umbrella name for any procedures of medical and/or psychotherapeutic rehabilitation, for addiction to psychoactive substances including liquor, prescription drugs , and street drugs like crack, opiates, or amphetamines . Drug treatment or alcohol and drugs detox consists of the frequent different kinds of both professional medical and psychotherapeutic remedies which are available for dependence. Drug addiction treatment is sought out by hundreds of thousands each and every year sometimes for themselves or even for a family member. Drug addiction treatment detoxification is a technique of concluding the pattern of substance use, misuse, addiction, or dependency.drug rehab]]> christian drug rehab]]> christian rehab]]> christian rehab centers]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Drug-Rehab-Help-People-Recover--Erase-The-Stigma--And-Get-Their-Lives-Back--/2396804 Thu, 05 May 2011 01:03:22 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Drug-Rehab-Help-People-Recover--Erase-The-Stigma--And-Get-Their-Lives-Back--/2396804 anti drug]]> scientology]]> l ron hubbard]]> toxins]]> drugs]]> campaign]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Scientology-Truth-About-Drugs-Campaign/1592118 Sat, 25 Sep 2010 23:43:02 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Scientology-Truth-About-Drugs-Campaign/1592118 Selecting a drugs treatment clinic can be a difficult decision when there are so many different options to choose from. You might be wondering, what are the best drug addiction treatment centers in the United States and why? The tips below highlight a few of the better choices for drug addiction treatment in the United States.There are Narconon drug treatment clinics in locations around the United States, so it is within reach for a large population of patients. Narconon treats people from around the world, evidence of its renowned treatment program.Another strength of the program is its focus on providing a safe and positive environment away from past influences which may lead to unhealthy behaviors. Narconon is endorsed by the actress, Kirstie Alley, who was successfully treated at the clinic.Narconon provides patients with a unique guarantee. A patient who has continued to have problems with drugs within the six-month period following treatment will be readmitted without further cost. One of the main ideas behind the Betty Ford Clinic is that a drug addiction is a problem for the whole family. This nonprofit organization helps the patient as well as his or her family.drug addition treatment center]]> drug addiction treatment centers]]> drug addiction treatment]]> drug addiction]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Better-Health--What-Are-The-Best-Drug-Addiction-Treatment-Centers-In-The-United-States-And-Why/1473373 Sun, 22 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Better-Health--What-Are-The-Best-Drug-Addiction-Treatment-Centers-In-The-United-States-And-Why/1473373