How to Work With Drug Addicts?
Question by Popcorn: How to work with drug addicts?
I thought of working with drug addicts today, like how would I get to that position? What sort of jobs are available in rehab centers and drug treatment centers? What type of degrees would I need to get?
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Answer by ThirtyEightSnub
Education Requirements for a job as a substance abuse counselor depend on the hiring agency. Some counselors have a high school diploma and
certification while others have a bachelor’s degree or
master’s degree. Since some of the best substance
abuse counselors are those who have overcome addiction themselves, this is one of the few jobs
where a degree from the school of hard knocks can
outweigh university schooling. Counselors with more
education will be trusted with less immediate
supervision and licensed counselors can provide
one-on-one counseling.
What Should I Send in a Care Package to Somebody in Drug Rehab?
Question by blissful: What Should I Send in a Care Package to Somebody in Drug Rehab?
A friend of mine was recently sent to a residential drug rehabilitation center and I wanted to send her a care package, but I don’t know what to send. I don’t want to spark anything to make her upset, but I want her to know I am there for her. Any ideas?
Thanks!
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I Want to Find a Florida Drug Rehab. How Do I Do This?
Question by andria d: I want to find a Florida drug rehab. How do I do this?
I really need to get my dad in a drug rehab. He’s been more violent lately and this has just got to stop.
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Answer by dara a
Check out the links below. They’ll be a big help. 🙂
You can also ask around at the nearest hospital. The doctors or nurses there can provide you with recommendations. I hope your father recovers soon. It’s always tough having a drug addict in the family. Just hold on and stay strong. 🙂
What Exactly Is Ibogaine, and How Successful Is It for the Treatment of Opiate Addiction?
Question by Connie D: What exactly is Ibogaine, and how successful is it for the treatment of opiate addiction?
I was told of a new medication to help overcome an opiate addiction, unfortunately I haven’t been able to find out much about it. I believe that it is only available at a treatment facility located in New Mexico…so, it really makes me wonder if it’s even a legitimate treatment approved by the FDA. I also wonder if there have been many studies done on it, and what the statistics are concerning its rate of success.
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How Does Alcohol or Drug Abuse Affect the Individual and Their Family?
Question by tearsofaclown: How does alcohol or drug abuse affect the individual and their family?
How does alcohol or drug abuse affect the user and their family? How do they feel? What do they do? What can they do?
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Answer by Julia III
The family feels scared, helpless and confused. The only help for the addict is to enter a residential treatment program. From my experience, out-patient doesn’t work, counseling alone doesn’t work and suboxone alone doesn’t work. Get the patient into a treatment center. At least there will be hope again.
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Don't Miss the Sentinel's Feature on Drug Addiction
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