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		<title>Top 5 Signs A Loved One is Suffering from Substance Abuse</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p> Is Substance Abuse Taking Over? If you&#8217;re reading this, odds are that you&#8217;re wondering if your loved one might be abusing alcohol or some other substance. Consider whether he/she has been exhibiting any of these five most common signs of substance abuse. If so, then it may be time to take a stronger role in [...]</p><p>The post <a href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/top-5-signs-a-loved-one-is-suffering-from-substance-abuse/">Top 5 Signs A Loved One is Suffering from Substance Abuse</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com">Addiction Treatment Rehab - Bow Creek &amp; Bella Vista Recovery Centers</a>.</p>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2> Is Substance Abuse Taking Over?</h2>
<p><img src="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/man-heroin-drug-abuse.jpg" alt="signs of drug addiction" width="265" height="217" class="alignright size-full wp-image-1877" />If you&#8217;re reading this, odds are that you&#8217;re wondering if your loved one might be abusing alcohol or some other substance. Consider whether he/she has been exhibiting any of these five most common signs of substance abuse. If so, then it may be time to take a stronger role in helping your loved one to get much-needed help.</p>
<h3>1.) Abandoning Activities That Previously Brought Joy</h3>
<p>Over time, hobbies, socializing and sports often take a back seat to drug or alcohol use. It&#8217;s not anyone&#8217;s fault; it just shows how strong the grip of substance abuse can be. Some individuals no longer seem interested in a favorite activity. Others seem interested and even schedule events but repeatedly fail to show up – unlike before, when they&#8217;d never miss an outing.</p>
<h3>2.) Acting Out-of-Character to Obtain the Drug</h3>
<p>The feeling of dependence on a substance can be so overwhelming that it causes an individual to do things he/she normally wouldn&#8217;t do, just to get more of the drug. For instance, the person might start stealing to obtain money, or someone who&#8217;s normally cautious about money might spend money that he/she doesn&#8217;t have.</p>
<h3>3.) Engaging in Risky Activities While under the Drug&#8217;s Influence</h3>
<p>In many cases, the individual doesn&#8217;t realize how impaired judgment becomes when using the substance, and he/she may drive, use dirty needles or have unprotected sex.</p>
<h3>4.) Ignoring Responsibilities</h3>
<p>Neglecting responsibilities at work, school or home can lead to skipping work, flunking a class or even neglecting children. It&#8217;s not the individual&#8217;s fault; many times, he/she is powerless to stop the behavior. It&#8217;s just that the substance abuse is so strong that he/she needs help.</p>
<h3>5.) Having Increased Relationship Problems</h3>
<p>Whether the substance use is recognized or not, the resulting changes in character and judgment can cause increased fights with family members, trouble with people at work or the loss of friends. It&#8217;s hard sometimes to stand by a loved one who&#8217;s having trouble with substance abuse, but he/she needs you now more than ever.</p>
<h2>Let Bow Creek and Bella Vista Help Today</h2>
<p>The more of these signs that your loved one has, the more he/she needs help – both from you and from a professional – to regain control of his/her life. Just taking that first step to get professional help can mean a world of difference, and it can even save your loved one&#8217;s life. Help for substance abuse is available, Bow Creek and Bella Vista Recovery Centers can get you the answers you need today. Contact us for more information on how to start a new beginning today.</p>
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		<title>George Jones Choices and Changes</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2013 15:00:21 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>A Star is Born&#8230; George Jones was born in 1931 in an East Texas town to a meager life and an alcoholic father. He was the youngest of eight children and to say that life was hard was putting it simple. Jones played guitar and sang in the streets of Beaumont, Texas as a young [...]</p><p>The post <a href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/george-jones-choices-and-changes/">George Jones Choices and Changes</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com">Addiction Treatment Rehab - Bow Creek &amp; Bella Vista Recovery Centers</a>.</p>]]></description>
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<p>George Jones was born in 1931 in an East Texas town to a meager life and an alcoholic father. He was the youngest of eight children and to say that life was hard was putting it simple. Jones played guitar and sang in the streets of Beaumont, Texas as a young child, hoping to be given enough change to make a difference at home.</p>
<h2>George Jones and Early Alcohol Dependence</h2>
<p>While alcohol played a part in his formative years, it would be the late 50&#8242;s that he would realize he too had a dependency on alcohol. He scored his first number one hit, &#8220;White Lightning&#8221; in 1959, starting a string of hits that didn&#8217;t stop for several years. His song lyrics were filled with regret and stubbornness and talked about broken hearts and broken bottles, country tradition and rural restlessness.</p>
<p>Troubled by other addictions throughout his career, he wrote his memoir, &#8220;I Lived To Tell About It&#8221; and made the comment that he always thought he would die of terminal recklessness and admitted to the disease and addiction to drugs and alcohol.</p>
<h3>Failed Marriages</h3>
<h2><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-1854" alt="George Jones" src="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/george-jones-250.jpg" width="250" height="228" /></h2>
<p>Nicknamed &#8220;The Possum,&#8221; Jones was married four times and each of the first three were marked by the effects of drugs and alcohol. In his second marriage  Jones wrote a song about the experience of having been drunk for days. His wife had taken the keys to the car away from him, so he rode the lawnmower to the nearest liquor store, eight miles away.</p>
<p>After his third divorce from country singer Tammy Wynette in 1973, Jones went into a tailspin. He was using cocaine and missing concert dates frequently. His weight dropped from 150 to 100 pounds in 1979 and he entered rehabilitation for the first time. He left after a month.</p>
<p>In 1980, Jones recorded &#8220;He Stopped Loving Her Today&#8221; which became known as his signature song and has been lauded as the greatest country song ever written. In the early 80&#8242;s, Jones continued to struggle and even had brushes with the law. It was when he met and married his fourth wife, Nancy Sepulvado, that he found the courage to get clean and sober.</p>
<h2>Making Choices That Made A Difference</h2>
<p>Though the hits slowed down, Jones became known as an elder statesman in country music. In 1985, he paid tribute to the preceding generation of country performers with his recording of &#8220;Who&#8217;s Gonna Fill Their Shoes.&#8221;</p>
<p>Jones went on to record the hit song &#8220;Choices&#8221; about how every person must make their own choices in life and then either live or die with them. In later years, Jones recorded one of his last hits &#8220;I Don&#8217;t Need No Rocking Chair&#8221; and settled into retirement. He stayed sober and drug-free the last few decades of his life.</p>
<p>Jones was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame and was also honored in 2008 by the Kennedy Center. He received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Grammy&#8217;s in 2012. Jones died April 26 at the age of 81.</p>
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		<title>Top 7 Most Commonly Abused Drugs in the United States</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2013 21:12:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>The Problem: Drug Abuse Across the U.S. Today Millions of Americans struggle with substance abuse, though their drugs of choice are always changing. Some have been used for hundreds of years, whereas others are relatively new thanks to the development of prescription and over-the-counter drugs. The list of commonly abused drugs is extensive, but the [...]</p><p>The post <a href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/top-7-most-commonly-abused-drugs-in-the-united-states/">Top 7 Most Commonly Abused Drugs in the United States</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com">Addiction Treatment Rehab - Bow Creek &amp; Bella Vista Recovery Centers</a>.</p>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>The Problem: Drug Abuse Across the U.S. Today</h2>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1701" title="Drug Abuse Across the U.S." alt="Drug Abuse Across the U.S." src="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/large_detailed_administrative_and_road_map_of_USA-e1366986116696.jpg" width="200" height="114" />Millions of Americans struggle with substance abuse, though their drugs of choice are always changing. Some have been used for hundreds of years, whereas others are relatively new thanks to the development of prescription and over-the-counter drugs. The list of commonly abused drugs is extensive, but the <a title="View the Commonly abused drugs report here" href="http://www.drugabuse.gov/drugs-abuse/commonly-abused-drugs/commonly-abused-drugs-chart">National Institute on Drugs</a> reports that some are used more frequently than others.</p>
<p><b>1.       </b><strong>Alcohol </strong></p>
<p>Alcohol may not be an illegal substance, but it remains responsible for about 18 million addictions or dependencies in the United States. Alcohol is dangerous when abused and can interfere with the day-to-day lives of those who are dependent. Alcoholism is also responsible for many deaths every year &#8212; either directly or indirectly when combined with other substances.</p>
<p><b>2.       </b><strong>Opioids</strong></p>
<p>Opioids are pain-relieving medications<img class="alignright size-full wp-image-1701" title="Opioids" alt="Opioids" src="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/online-pharmacy.jpg" /> prescribed by doctors to alleviate discomfort from chronic or short-term conditions. They are highly effective when used as prescribed, but unfortunately, many Americans abuse these drugs to achieve sedation, euphoria or even drowsiness.<br />
Opioids are highly addictive, and the Centers for Disease Control reports that prescription pain relievers are responsible for the majority of drug-related overdose deaths in the U.S. Control reports that prescription pain relievers are responsible for the majority of drug-related overdose deaths in the U.S.</p>
<p><b>3.       </b><strong>Stimulants</strong></p>
<p>Cocaine and methamphetamine are stimulant drugs that are typically injected, snorted, smoked or swallowed to stimulate the body&#8217;s responses and raise awareness to surroundings. Stimulant drugs are often used for weight loss, as they suppress the appetite and increase metabolism. However, stimulants are very dangerous and can cause anxiety, panic attacks, stroke, seizures and cardiovascular problems.</p>
<p><b>4.       </b><strong>Dissociative Drugs</strong></p>
<p>As the name implies, dissociative drugs are used to achieve an &#8220;out of body experience.&#8221; These drugs &#8212; often referred to on the street as &#8216;special K&#8217; and &#8216;angel dust&#8217; &#8212; are capable of allowing an abuser to feel separate from his or her body.</p>
<p><b>5.       </b><strong>Club Drugs</strong></p>
<p>Club drugs are substances used to lower inhibitions provide a mild hallucinogenic effect. They are often used to drug women in clubs &#8212; especially to coerce them into leaving with someone who they may otherwise have not gone home with. Club drugs often impair memory and cause coordination problems and confusion. Flunitrazepam is one of the most common club drugs, known on the street as &#8216;roofies&#8217; or the &#8216;forget-me-pill.&#8217;</p>
<p><strong> </strong><b>6.       </b><strong>Cannabinoids</strong></p>
<p>Cannabis is a naturally occurring substance<img class="alignright size-full wp-image-1701" title="Cannabinoids" alt="Cannabinoids" src="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/exclusive_green_crackn-e1366985994461.jpg" /> primarily known as marijuana. Although cannabis can be used in medicine to treat chronic pain, insomnia and muscle spasms, the substance is illegal in the United States without a valid prescription. People who abuse marijuana usually smoke it or swallow it to achieve a &#8216;high&#8217; or euphoric experience. Currently, marijuana is the most frequently abused illicit drug in the United States.</p>
<p><strong> </strong><b>7.       </b><strong>Hallucinagens</strong></p>
<p>Hallucinogenic drugs are smoked or swallowed to cause hallucinations and changes in environmental perception. Mushrooms, peyote and LSD are all capable of inciting panic and potentially raising heart rate and the likelihood of impulsive behavior.</p>
<h2> Bow Creek and Bella Vista Treatment Centers Can Help</h2>
<p>If you or a loved one is dealing with an addiction issue to any of the drugs above Bow Creek and Bella Vista Treatment Centers can help. We understand the toll addiction takes and can get you on the correct path to sobriety. Everyone is different, that is why we <a title="Take a look at our program options here" href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/treatment-programs/therapies/">customize our treatment program</a> to your needs.</p>
<p>Contact us today by filling out the quick and easy feedback form, or simply pick up the phone and call the toll free number listed on this page. Start the healing now, and live a full happier life free of drugs and alcohol.</p>
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		<title>Bath Salts &#8211; A Designer Drug Having Deadly Effects in Idaho</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:53:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Working To Outlaw a Dangerous Drug What Idaho law officials have called the &#8220;designer drug,&#8221; lawmakers refer to as synthetic stimulants that they are working to outlaw. The common term &#8220;bath salts&#8221; has become popular over the last several years among drug users and are still available unrestricted across the counters of most retail stores. [...]</p><p>The post <a href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/bath-salts-a-designer-drug-having-deadly-effects-in-idaho/">Bath Salts &#8211; A Designer Drug Having Deadly Effects in Idaho</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com">Addiction Treatment Rehab - Bow Creek &amp; Bella Vista Recovery Centers</a>.</p>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>Working To Outlaw a Dangerous Drug</h3>
<p><img src="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/bath-salts.jpg" alt="bath salts" width="206" height="206" class="alignright size-full wp-image-1838" />What Idaho law officials have called the &#8220;designer drug,&#8221; lawmakers refer to as synthetic stimulants that they are working to outlaw. The common term &#8220;bath salts&#8221; has become popular over the last several years among drug users and are still available unrestricted across the counters of most retail stores.</p>
<h2>What Makes Bath Salts Harmful</h2>
<p>Recent studies indicate that compulsive drug use among those who use bath salts have been blamed for several deaths due to the bath salt compound, mephedrone. Several countries have already banned the production and possession of mephedrone and its derivatives, but in some states, the relaxing bath additive is still being sold with the ingredient. In 2011, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration put mephedrone on their schedule of controlled substances pending further study.</p>
<h3>Further Studies Needed</h3>
<p>According to C.J. Malanga, MD, PhD, a professor of pediatrics, neurology and psychology in South Carolina, the compound in bath salts should be further studied and some of the chemicals should be restricted from public use or sale.</p>
<p>Malanga further believes that there is evidence that mephedrone acts like cocaine and has the potential for becoming addictive. A report published by Behavioral Brain Research in June, 2011, indicates that it is potentially addictive and as compulsive for drug users as cocaine.</p>
<h2>What Is Being Done Legally</h2>
<p>In Idaho and other western states, bath salts named Tranquility, White China or Euphoria are being marketed as relaxing bath additives, but because drug users are using them to get high, lawmakers are seeking legislation that will ban the sale of the products.</p>
<h2>Issues in Boise ID</h2>
<p>Officials in Boise recently discovered the bath salts available over-the-counter and easily accessible for about $35 for 500 milligrams. When store clerks were questioned about the effects of the bath salts, most said they had no control over what people did with them once they were purchased, and they are sold strictly as a relaxing bath additives. Boise police officials say drug users are sniffing, smoking, injecting and eating the salt powder that can produce some dangerous effects on the body.</p>
<p>Because of the evidence already obtained that bath salts can be highly addictive as well as dangerous, the legislature is looking at bills that could make the sale of the chemicals used in making the bath salts illegal. Looks like those of you who are really searching for a aromatic, relaxing bath will have to choose another product if that happens.</p>
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		<title>Sizzurp: What You Need to Know</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Apr 2013 16:27:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>What is &#8220;Sizzurp&#8221;? One of the most dangerous drugs on the market is starting to receive mainstream acceptance &#8211; and it&#8217;s perfectly legal. If you don&#8217;t listen to rap music on a regular basis, you might not know about sizzurp, also known as purple drank. It&#8217;s a mixture of cough syrup, soda, codeine and promethazine [...]</p><p>The post <a href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/sizzurp-what-you-need-to-know/">Sizzurp: What You Need to Know</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com">Addiction Treatment Rehab - Bow Creek &amp; Bella Vista Recovery Centers</a>.</p>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>What is &#8220;Sizzurp&#8221;?</h2>
<p><img src="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/sizzurp.jpg" alt="sizzurp" width="302" height="302" class="alignright size-full wp-image-1831" />One of the most dangerous drugs on the market is starting to receive mainstream acceptance &#8211; and it&#8217;s perfectly legal.</p>
<p>If you don&#8217;t listen to rap music on a regular basis, you might not know about sizzurp, also known as purple drank. It&#8217;s a mixture of cough syrup, soda, codeine and promethazine designed to slow things down and give the user a different kind of high than conventional drugs. However, despite the ease of obtaining the ingredients and creating the mixture, sizzurp should not be written off as merely a &#8220;party drug&#8221;.</p>
<h2>Notable Sizzurp Incidents</h2>
<p>In March 2013, rapper Lil&#8217; Wayne suffered a seizure in Los Angeles and was reported by the media to be near death. Though Lil&#8217; Wayne survived, he was fortunate to do so. According to the Los Angeles Times, his seizure is believed to have been caused by an overdose of sizzurp, but his predicament could have been far worse.</p>
<p>DJ Screw, the person responsible for popularizing purple drank, died of an overdose in 2000. DJ Screw and Lil&#8217; Wayne are just two of the many who have suffered ill consequences as a result of their sizzurp habits. However, the popularity of the drug, the prevalence of sizzurp-inspired music on the market and the perception of purple drank as &#8220;safer&#8221; than other drugs create the potential for more tragedy in the future.</p>
<h2>Sizzurp Addiction</h2>
<p>Sizzurp may be seen as a lighter drug than cocaine or heroin, but it is still a dangerous and addictive substance. Many people suffer from addiction to purple drank, and not just those in the music industry. The National Institute on Drug Abuse states that sizzurp is becoming more popular among teenagers, as part of an overall rise of kids taking their parents&#8217; prescription medications for recreational purposes.</p>
<p>The trick to spotting sizzurp abuse is knowing what to look for. This is one area where popular music can be a benefit. Here are some potential warning signs of sizzurp addiction:</p>
<ul>
<li>Listening to an excessive amount of sizzurp-inspired music</li>
<li>Acting and speaking in a very slow, lethargic manner</li>
<li>Missing quantities of codeine-based cough syrups</li>
<li>Using multiple doctors to fill multiple prescriptions</li>
</ul>
<h2>How to Help</h2>
<p>If you suspect that someone you know is abusing purple drank, don&#8217;t wait to get help. Take the initiative and convince that person to get help today. Lil&#8217; Wayne was lucky enough to leave the hospital with only a seizure after overdosing, but your loved one might not be so fortunate.</p>
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		<title>California Law Seeks Zero-Tolerance Limit for Marijuana DUI</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Apr 2013 21:16:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>A New Era in Marijuana As activists around the country continue their campaigns to legalize marijuana, state lawmakers are waging legal battles to counter these pressures via a Marijuana DUI bill. As of the November 2012 elections, marijuana is legal (with certain restrictions) in Colorado and Washington. Sixteen other states, including California, Nevada, Oregon, Michigan, [...]</p><p>The post <a href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/california-law-seeks-zero-tolerance-limit-for-marijuana-dui/">California Law Seeks Zero-Tolerance Limit for Marijuana DUI</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com">Addiction Treatment Rehab - Bow Creek &amp; Bella Vista Recovery Centers</a>.</p>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 dir="ltr">A New Era in Marijuana</h2>
<p dir="ltr">As activists around the country continue their campaigns to legalize marijuana, state lawmakers are waging legal battles to counter these pressures via a Marijuana DUI bill.<br />
<img class="alignright size-full wp-image-1825" style="margin-top: 30px;" alt="Marijuana DUI" src="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/legalize-marijuana.jpg" width="323" height="216" /> As of the November 2012 elections, marijuana is legal (with certain restrictions) in Colorado and Washington. Sixteen other states, including California, Nevada, Oregon, Michigan, Arizona, and New Mexico have legalized medical marijuana. More permissive marijuana use and possession laws have spurred state legislators to support initiatives designed to protect those affected by marijuana use.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">New Marijuana DUI Bill Proposed by CA State Senator</h2>
<p dir="ltr">One major concern cited by individuals against legalized recreational or medical marijuana is the risk of driving under the influence. Although all states have laws setting legal limits for blood alcohol content, fewer have established limits for marijuana use. <a title="Take a look at other &quot;legal&quot; Marijuana states here" href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/up-in-smoke-washington-state-initiative-502-lights-up-the-joint/">States legalizing marijuana for recreational or medicinal use</a> have had to grapple with the issue of how to define and punish driving under the influence of marijuana.</p>
<p dir="ltr">In California, state senator Lou Correa recently proposed a law that would make it illegal for an individual to operate a motor vehicle with any detectable amount of marijuana in his or her blood. This zero-tolerance policy has attracted praise from those concerned about Marijuana DUI, while marijuana activists claim that it is overly harsh.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">Where to Set the Limit? Looking to Colorado for Guidance</h2>
<p dir="ltr">One of the difficulties in creating marijuana DUI laws is where to set the legal limit. Three previous attempts to set a marijuana blood limit for drivers have failed to pass in the Colorado legislature. On April 2nd, a fourth attempt cleared the Colorado House. This Colorado legislation sets the legal limit for marijuana at 5 nano-grams of THC, the psychoactive ingredient that produces a “high.”</p>
<p dir="ltr">The bill’s detractors claim that independent factors such as height, weight, drug tolerance, and metabolism may influence THC levels. Furthermore, opponents of the bill argue that scientists have not demonstrated a clear relationship between THC levels and driving impairment. Thus, they claim that using THC levels as a metric to determine driving impairment is unfair and unwise.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Looking Ahead: Key Issues in the Marijuana Legalization Debate</h3>
<p dir="ltr">If the California legislature passes the zero-tolerance Marijuana DUI bill, it will join other states eager to place reasonable limits on marijuana users operating vehicles. One of the concerns about the proposed California bill is that THC may stay in the bloodstream for days or even weeks after using marijuana. With a zero-tolerance law, individuals not currently under the psychoactive influence of marijuana could be prosecuted. It is up to scientists and lawmakers to work together and establish guidelines that keep drivers safe.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">Marijuana is Still Dangerous</h2>
<p dir="ltr">According to the <a href="http://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/drugged-driving" rel="nofollow">National Institute on Drug Abuse</a>, 18% of drivers fatally injured in automobile accidents are under the influence of an illegal or prescription drug. Use of marijuana may slow reaction times and impair judgment. Repeatedly driving while under the influence of marijuana is potentially dangerous and may be a sign of drug abuse issues. If you or someone you care about is struggling with marijuana abuse or addiction, encourage him or her to stop driving under the influence and seek help.</p>
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		<title>Meth &amp; Marijuana Trafficking on the Rise in Idaho as Usage Rates Increase</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Apr 2013 12:41:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Drug Busts in Idaho on the Rise A major March drug bust that netted 52 pounds of methamphetamine and 27 pounds of cocaine illustrates Idaho’s growing drug trafficking problem. While alcohol has long been the “drug of choice” for Idaho residents, Idaho State Police are reporting an increase in meth, cocaine and marijuana usage in [...]</p><p>The post <a href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/meth-marijuana-trafficking-on-the-rise-in-idaho-as-usage-rates-increase/">Meth &#038; Marijuana Trafficking on the Rise in Idaho as Usage Rates Increase</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com">Addiction Treatment Rehab - Bow Creek &amp; Bella Vista Recovery Centers</a>.</p>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>Drug Busts in Idaho on the Rise</h2>
<p><img src="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/cocaine.jpg" alt="cocaine" width="286" height="191" class="alignright size-full wp-image-1821" />A major March drug bust that netted 52 pounds of methamphetamine and 27 pounds of cocaine illustrates Idaho’s growing drug trafficking problem. While alcohol has long been the “drug of choice” for Idaho residents, Idaho State Police are reporting an increase in meth, cocaine and marijuana usage in conjunction with increased drug trafficking through the state.</p>
<h3>A $50 Billion Business</h3>
<p>Drug trafficking is a $50 billion business, says the FBI, and Idaho State Police say that I-15 is quickly becoming a popular smuggling corridor for drug traffickers. &#8220;It never surprises me where we end up finding drugs,&#8221; says Idaho State Police (ISP) trooper Neil Stevens. While ISP officers are fighting to keep drugs off Idaho streets, Stevens says that drug trafficking is only increasing – as Mexico drug cartels seek new routes to get drugs deep in to the United States.</p>
<h2>Drug Bust is “Most Significant Seizure” in Police Officer&#8217;s 36-Year Career</h2>
<p>ISP Captain Danny Bunderson told reporters that the March meth and cocaine bust was the “most significant seizure in my 36 year career.” Police stopped a U-Haul on US-20 in the early morning hours of March 9 after receiving reports of a truck that was “driving erratically.”</p>
<p>The driver, 29 year-old Sergio Javier Varela-Vallecillo of Honduras, and his passenger, 28 year-old Felicia Inez Varela of Texas, denied ownership of the vehicle’s contents. The K-9 squad was called to the traffic stop and quickly detected drugs within the U-Haul. Varela’s is now facing felony charges for trafficking methamphetamine and cocaine. Police believe the drugs originated in California and were destined for the Midwest.</p>
<h3>Marijuana Legalization in Neighboring States Increases Drug’s Presence in Idaho</h3>
<p><img src="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/marijuana.jpg" alt="marijuana" width="286" height="191" class="alignright size-full wp-image-1822" />Meth and cocaine aren’t the only drugs being trafficked through Idaho. With both Washington and Colorado passing marijuana legalization laws this past November, ISP officer Stevens says that Idaho is experiencing an increase in marijuana-related trafficking.</p>
<p>“We&#8217;re starting to see a lot of that marijuana traveling through the state,” said Stevens. And not all of it may be heading to neighboring states where the drug is now legal. Stevens and other law enforcement officers worry that along with meth, increasingly larger quantities of marijuana are also being trafficked into Idaho – and left to stay.</p>
<h3>More Difficulties Ahead for Idaho Police</h3>
<p>While the March 9 drug bust represents a major success for Idaho police enforcement, it also reflects the difficulties in tracking traffickers through the state and cracking down on drug dealing. The officers got lucky that the U-Haul was driving erratically and that it was stopped; despite increased police enforcement, many other drug traffickers are able to make it through the state undetected.</p>
<h2>Early Intervention is Key to Successful Treatment</h2>
<p>With increased access to drugs, police and community members worry that more Idaho residents will begin abusing meth, cocaine and marijuana. If someone you know is abusing drugs, early intervention is key to successful treatment. With the right treatment program, sobriety is possible – even in the face of increased drug trafficking and abuse within Idaho. Contact Bow Creek and Bella Vista Treatment centers today to learn more.</p>
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		<title>Mixing Diet Soda with Alcohol May Get You Drunk Faster</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Apr 2013 21:58:36 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>A Common Thing&#8230; Mixing alcohol with other beverages, such as orange juice or soda, is a common way to change the taste of the drink. Although it is common knowledge that it is better to avoid mixing alcohol with medications due to potential interactions, it is also important to avoid mixing it with other drinks [...]</p><p>The post <a href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/mixing-diet-soda-with-alcohol-may-get-you-drunk-faster/">Mixing Diet Soda with Alcohol May Get You Drunk Faster</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com">Addiction Treatment Rehab - Bow Creek &amp; Bella Vista Recovery Centers</a>.</p>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>A Common Thing&#8230;</h3>
<p><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-1817" alt="alcohol and soda" src="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/mixed-drink.jpg" width="232" height="348" />Mixing alcohol with other beverages, such as orange juice or soda, is a common way to change the taste of the drink. Although it is common knowledge that it is better to avoid mixing alcohol with medications due to potential interactions, it is also important to avoid mixing it with other drinks that can cause an interaction.</p>
<h2>Studies into Diet Soda</h2>
<p>Recent studies into the reaction of diet soda when mixed with alcohol gave surprising results. Mixing alcohol with diet soda can cause an interaction that leads to faster intoxication than when it is mixed with regular soda. Although the exact ingredient causing an interaction is not understood, a <a title="Take a look at the post here" href="http://thechart.blogs.cnn.com/2013/02/05/alcohol-and-diet-soda-may-equal-a-bad-mix/">CNN health blog</a> explained that the results of the small study were surprising.</p>
<p>A small study tested men and women by giving a control group regular soda and the test group diet soda. During the study, the control group became intoxicated at a rate that was slower by roughly 20 percent. Furthermore, when the blood alcohol content, or BAC, was tested, the control group was still under the legal limit for intoxication while the test group drinking diet soda was slightly over the legal limit.</p>
<h2>Caution in Mixing Drinks</h2>
<p>Although the study is inconclusive because a wide range of factors can influence the body’s reaction to alcohol, it does give a warning that it is important to use caution when selecting drinks to mix with alcohol. Selecting drinks that do not have any known or suspected influence on the alcohol will ensure that intoxication does not occur unexpectedly.</p>
<p>The study is not conclusive and more research is required to see the full impact of diet soda on alcohol, but it does raise a concern when it comes to alcohol addiction. Getting drunk is never safe for the body and it can cause problems if it occurs on a regular basis.</p>
<h2> Pay Attention to the Signs</h2>
<p>When a loved one is showing signs of alcoholism or seems to drink heavily on a regular basis, it might be time to consider seeking help. A loved one might not realize that the diet soda used to reduce calories is actually impacting the rate of intoxication that occurs.</p>
<h3>We Can Help</h3>
<p>Developing an addiction to alcohol is a serious problem. If you are concerned about a loved one’s drinking habits or you feel that you are struggling to give up alcohol, you should contact a representative from Bow Creek and Bella Vista Drug Rehabilitation and Recovery for information about the treatment options available to fight addiction.</p>
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		<title>Kelly Osbourne Overcomes Sobriety Struggles, Shines at 2013 Grammys</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Mar 2013 14:51:40 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Back to Her &#8220;Old Habits&#8221; After a drunken breakdown on-board a flight last summer, it looked like television personality and fashion designer Kelly Osbourne was headed back to her old habits: abusing alcohol and prescription painkillers. Now, six months later, 29-year old Osbourne was all smiles at last Sunday’s Grammy Awards, celebrating a slimmed-down figure, [...]</p><p>The post <a href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/kelly-osbourne-overcomes-sobriety-struggles-shines-at-2013-grammys/">Kelly Osbourne Overcomes Sobriety Struggles, Shines at 2013 Grammys</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com">Addiction Treatment Rehab - Bow Creek &amp; Bella Vista Recovery Centers</a>.</p>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>Back to Her &#8220;Old Habits&#8221;</h3>
<p><img src="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/kelly-osbourne.jpg" alt="kelly osbourne" width="232" height="232" class="alignright size-full wp-image-1810" />After a drunken breakdown on-board a flight last summer, it looked like television personality and fashion designer Kelly Osbourne was headed back to her old habits: abusing alcohol and prescription painkillers. Now, six months later, 29-year old Osbourne was all smiles at last Sunday’s Grammy Awards, celebrating a slimmed-down figure, sobriety, and her engagement to boyfriend Matthew Mosshart.<br />
How did Osbourne go from her alcoholic meltdown to weight loss, professional and personal relationship success in just six months? Insiders credit her prompt return to rehab last summer and the support of family and friends.</p>
<h2>Family Crisis Triggers Alcohol Abuse</h2>
<p>Last summer, Osbourne broke down on a flight after reading about the symptoms of multiple sclerosis. Her brother, Jack, had recently gone public with the news that he had been diagnosed with MS. This upsetting health information triggered a relapse, as Osbourne turned to alcohol to cope with her pain and fear about the future.<br />
Osbourne’s reliance on alcohol and substance abuse in times of family medical crisis is not new. After her mother Sharon was diagnosed with colon cancer nearly a decade ago, Osbourne first began experimenting heavily with</p>
<h3>Prescription Painkillers and Alcohol.</h3>
<p>She first began using Vicodin at age 13. At one point, Osbourne took as many as 100 pills a day and was throwing up blood. After three stints in rehab, it seemed that Osbourne had finally sobered up. However, after last summer’s upsetting news about her brother Jack’s MS diagnosis, Osbourne fell off the wagon.</p>
<h2>Rehab Helped Kelly Osbourne, Even After Relapse</h2>
<p>After Osbourne’s relapse, the co-host of E!’s Fashion Police says that she knew she needed to focus on her sobriety and finding happiness by following her passions, rather than relying on alcohol or drugs to maker her feel better. She even called herself a “hypocrite” for drinking after competing rehab treatment.</p>
<p>A return to rehab helped support Osbourne’s sobriety and avoid a full-scale meltdown into prescription drug abuse.<br />
Turning to supportive friends and family, including now-fiancé Matthew Mosshart, helped.<br />
“People think I lost weight and then got happy, but that’s not how it works. You have to get happy first,” Osbourne told In Touch.</p>
<p>Today, Osbourne’s friends say that she is “the happiest she’s ever been.”<br />
“Her career is going well, and she’s in a healthy relationship with a wonderful guy,” says a friend of Osbourne’s.</p>
<h2>How to Help a Loved One After a Relapse</h2>
<p>For individuals with a history of alcohol and drug abuse, an extended stay at a drug treatment and rehabilitation center can help patients get back on track. As Osbourne proves, it is never too late to get healthy and sober, even with a history of significant substance abuse problems.<br />
An addiction specialist and therapist can also help your loved one identify underlying problems that may be triggering substance abuse. By learning to cope with stress and enjoy life through means other than substance abuse, your loved one will be positioned to live a sober lifestyle.</p>
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		<title>Billie Joe Armstrong Returns from Rehab for More Green Days Ahead</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2013 19:18:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Billie Joe Armstrong is Finally Seeking Help After more than 25 years with the punk-rooted band Green Day, Billie Joe Armstrong took a break from the band&#8217;s busy touring schedule once he realized he needed help in his recovery from substance abuse after a breakdown during a festival on September 21, 2012 for iHeart Radio. A Performance [...]</p><p>The post <a href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/billie-joe-armstrong-returns-from-rehab-for-more-green-days-ahead/">Billie Joe Armstrong Returns from Rehab for More Green Days Ahead</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com">Addiction Treatment Rehab - Bow Creek &amp; Bella Vista Recovery Centers</a>.</p>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>Billie Joe Armstrong is Finally Seeking Help</h2>
<p><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-1804" alt="Billy Joe Armstrong Seeking Addiction Help" src="http://www.addictiontreatmentrehab.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/billy-joe-armstrong-green-day-400-300x200.jpg" width="300" height="200" />After more than 25 years with the punk-rooted band Green Day, Billie Joe Armstrong took a break from the band&#8217;s busy touring schedule once he realized he needed help in his recovery from substance abuse after a breakdown during a festival on September 21, 2012 for iHeart Radio.</p>
<h3>A Performance that Took a Bad Turn&#8230;</h3>
<p>Green Day’s performance at the festival took a bad turn—although Armstrong was already considering checking himself into rehab days before the concert—when Armstrong began an expletive-filled rant claiming that the festival was cutting the band’s set short. Green Day’s front man and guitarist was obviously in trouble with the various drugs that he was taking, and his manager and wife didn’t hesitate to support and encourage his returning to California to check into a rehabilitation facility.</p>
<h2>The Start of a Music Era</h2>
<p>The band’s career officially started in 1987 where Green Day was one of the standout bands in the emerging Berkeley, California punk rock scene, alongside other punk and ska-influenced bands such as Sublime, Rancid and The Offspring. The band members include Armstrong on guitar and vocals, Mike Dirnt on bass guitar, TreCool on drums and Jason White doing backing vocals and touring guitar work. The band release independent albums and often performed while building a grassroots fan base.</p>
<h3>Green Day: A Huge Success</h3>
<p>The punk rock scene in California began take shape and attract major label attention, and Green Day released <em>Dookie</em> in 1994 to great success, and the band’s career—along with the access to drugs that often comes with it—took off. Through the mid-90s, Armstrong and Green Day were unstoppable, and their fans adored them, bought their albums and attended their concerts in force. The band later went through an ebb and flow cycle of success but have always sustained a core fan base.</p>
<h2>A Long Standing Addiction</h2>
<p>Armstrong hasn’t clarified exactly how long had used drugs, but it is clear from two incidents in September of 2012, including the I-Day Festival in Bologna, Italy on September 2 and the later iHeart Radio Festival that Armstrong was in trouble. While there is no specific time reference, Armstrong let the press know that he had abused alcohol and prescription drugs for insomnia and anxiety.</p>
<h2>Recovery From Substance Abuse</h2>
<p>Armstrong is now enjoying continued recovery from his substance abuse problems by using the tools he learned in rehab. He assures his fans that he is on the mend and ready to stay healthy to keep entertaining them for a long time to come as well as staying well for his family and friends. Armstrong is looking forward to a healthy and sober tour with his fellow band mates at the end of March 2013.</p>
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