ARTICLE SUMMARY: You may be eligible to go through a Mississippi drug court if you have been charged with a non-violent, non-felony drug or alcohol-related crime. This article explains more about the legal process for entering drug courts in Mississippi, what are they, and how these specialized courts help people change their lives. TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is a Drug Court? Mississippi’s Drug Court History Requirements and Eligibility Getting Started The Process Treatment Violations Mississippi Drug Court Statistics Completing Mississippi Drug Court What is a Drug Court? Mississippi drug cou ..read more

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: A visual representation that outlines basic detection periods for alprazolam on blood, saliva, urine, and hair based tests. You’ll learn average lengths of time of alprazolam stay in your system. Plus, you’ll learn about the factors that can influence metabolism. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Drug Basics Use Statistics Why Drug Test? Detection Window Factors Your Question Drug Basics Drug Name: Xanax, main ingredient alprazolam Drug Class: Depressants/Sedatives/Hypnotics Street Names: Xannies, Zannies, Z-Bars Xanax, also known by its generic name alprazolam, is a benzodiazepine anti ..read more

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Methadone is administered as part of Narcotic Treatment Programs in Texas. Combined with counseling and talk therapies, the medicine can offer numerous benefits for people addicted to opiates. We review more about the process of receiving methadone and where to find it in Texas here. TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is Narcotic Treatment? How Methadone Clinics in Texas Work Texas Regulation of Methadone Texas Laws and Rules Texas Methadone Doctors Texas Sponsored Methadone Clinics Texas Methadone for Veterans The Drug Epidemic in Texas Methadone Saves Lives What is Narcotic Treatmen ..read more

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Traveling for rehab is a personal choice. There are pros and cons. What are the unique benefits of traveling for rehab to Rhode Island? We review here. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Why Travel for Rehab The Statistics PROs and CONs Visiting a Loved One in Rehab Travel to and from Rhode Island Average Cost of Living in Rhode Island Short Term Rentals Hotels Other Places to Stay Your Questions Why Travel for Rehab Finding a rehab that fits your personal needs might require that you move from your home state. In fact, completely changing completely your environment to break free from ad ..read more

ARTICLE SUMMARY: Are you a young person in early recovery? Take note! You need to know when to avoid a party. But when you’re ready to hit the scene, practice these refusal lines. More here. TABLE OF CONTENTS Night Life Can I Party? Common Triggers The Cycle of Craving Refusing an Offer Alternative Partying Night Life in Addiction Recovery Leaving old habits behind might be challenging and tricky. If you used to mix alcohol with drugs, it can be really uncomfortable to go out again. Can night life ever really be the same? If you’re in recovery, you actually might want to pass it up for a whi ..read more

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: If you are expecting a drug test for Valium, the brand name for diazepam, check out this infographic. We review detection times for Valium in urine, blood, hair and saliva. Plus, factors that influence it. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Drug Basics Use Statistics Why Drug Test? Detection Window Factors Your Questions Drug Basics Drug Name: Valium, main ingredient diazepam Drug Class: Depressants/Sedatives/Hypnotics Street Names: VS, FooFoo, Howards Valium, generic name diazepam, is a benzodiazepine with central nervous system depressant effects. It is a long-acting prescription medica ..read more

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: This article provides an overview of child welfare systems in Nevada. It explains what happens when abuse or neglect are reported in combination with substance use. Review how the process is directed by the NV State Child Welfare Agency. Plus, learn about state laws that protect children. More below. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Why Did They Take My Child? Who Has Reported Me? What Happens When I’m Reported What Happens Next? Child Welfare Laws The Courts that are In Charge? What Happens to Parents? What Happens to Children What Happens if I Drink or Use? Can I Get My Child Back? Why ..read more

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Parenting and drug use never go together. In Texas, family laws consider drug use a type of “child abuse”. What can you do if you have an addiction problem? A review of Texas child custody laws here. TABLE OF CONTENTS: “The Best Interest of the Child” Policy Supervising Courts Laws Types of Custody “Proof” of Drug or Alcohol Use Visitation Rights What Happens If I Test Positive? Can Someone Subpoena My Records from Rehab How to Be Reunited with My Kids? What Happens When I Finish Rehab? Where to Find Rehab? When to Get Legal Help “The Best Interest of the Child” Policy Unde ..read more

ARTICLE SUMMARY: Drugs are all around us, and they don’t discriminate. Drugs don’t care what your background is, what you look like or where you come from. The facts tell it all and they are frightening. It’s time to be realistic and realize drugs are impacting the youth of today, even possibly yours. Table of Contents: Impact on Development Statistics that will Alarm you Where are Drugs Coming From? How to Approach your Child How to Prevent Teen Drug Use Summary The Impact on your Child’s Development No one has a dream or goal to become an addict when they try drugs. Unfortunately, it’s not ..read more

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: A complete guide to California drug courts. We review eligibility requirements, how to get started, and what happens when you complete the program. A detailed explanation of the legal process here. TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is a Drug Court? California’s Drug Court History Requirements and Eligibility Getting Started The Process Treatment Violations California Drug Court Statistics Completing California Drug Court What is a Drug Court? California drug courts are problem-solving courts specially designed as an alternative to traditional criminal justice prosecution. These court ..read more