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I am so glad this issue is being addressed. I just...

2012-05-19T19:17:09.379-04:00

I am so glad this issue is being addressed. I just wanted to clarify one thing...babies who require medication weaning are not routinely kept in-hospital until they are weaned from the medication (not in this area anyway). Proper weaning takes months, and babies are often sent home after a week or two with their mothers, who are able to provide dosing on schedule. There is no reason to believe mothers who take methadone aren't competent enough to care for their own babies through this process. If there are areas of the country where doctors make babies stay in the NICU for the entire weaning process, then perhaps this issue should be addressed. That is barbaric. Infants need the constant attachment that a mother provides, especially in this situation. It is unfair to the baby to have to spend that important bonding time in a NICU when it's really not necessary. And it is unfair to the mother that she is being looked at as incompetent to care for her child through this process. Mothers who take methadone love and care for their children just as much as anyone else. They shouldn't be chastized for making the brave decision to get clean. Mothers who get clean with the help of methadone maintenance should be commended, not stigmatized. It's a shame women are made to feel like they've done something wrong by utilizing the best treatment we have so far for opiate addiction. It is unfortunate that babies have to experience symptoms of withdrawal at all, but if you're at a good hospital with caring, experienced doctors, your baby will be cared for in a way that produces the least amount of discomfort at the first signs of withdrawal. It is time to give these mothers the recognition and encouragement they deserve. Kudos to all of you for making the decision to stay clean, whatever it takes. Never let anyone tell you you're recovery isn't legitimate beacuse you take methadone! And never, ever let anyone tell you you're a bad mother.

you are right that disease of alcoholism is a fami...

2012-04-16T16:58:07.138-04:00

you are right that disease of alcoholism is a family disease that is treatable,I see you videos and i like them very much .I will tell my friends to see the video because he and his family use alcohal very much.I think it would help them a lot.keep it up and helping the peoples much much more.
thanks for sharing.
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Addiction of any kind can be very destructive and ...

2012-04-10T05:16:36.529-04:00

Addiction of any kind can be very destructive and hard to treat. Unlike other diseases, addiction is not always accepted by society. This is often due to a lack of understanding of the disease. I found this addiction blog very helpful.

Addiction doesn't only destroy the life of the...

2012-04-05T07:45:45.776-04:00

Addiction doesn't only destroy the life of the abuser, it also destroys the lives of his family, especially of his children. Please, for the benefit of the younger generation, let us ward off addiction. If a member of your family needs help, don't hesitate to pick up the phone and call for rehabilitation center referrals. This link might help: http://www.medicaldetox.org/

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It was very nice blog writing skill you have which...

2012-02-10T14:55:00.160-05:00

It was very nice blog writing skill you have which attracting us more often to come here & read something for the day.

Thanks for letting me know about other good stuff!...

2011-11-24T07:58:03.678-05:00

Thanks for letting me know about other good stuff!

It's true, the abuse of prescription narcotics...

2011-10-31T10:18:37.349-04:00

It's true, the abuse of prescription narcotics is on the rise even in the workplace. In order to avoid these problems of substance abuse, all companies should conduct dot drug testing in the workplace. This method helps employers have a drug-free workplace.

Drug abuse, also called substance abuse or chemica...

2011-09-20T15:25:34.347-04:00

Drug abuse, also called substance abuse or chemical abuse, is a disorder that is characterized by a destructive pattern of using a substance that leads to significant problems or distress. It affects more than 7% of people at some point in their lives. Teens are increasingly engaging in prescription drug abuse, particularly narcotics (which are prescribed to relieve severe pain), and stimulant medications, which treat conditions like attention deficit disorder.

Thanks for the post.It is nice. Please carry on. <...

2011-09-17T06:38:35.039-04:00

Thanks for the post.It is nice.
Please carry on.
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This is a good example, which shows that an addict...

2011-09-15T14:46:39.162-04:00

This is a good example, which shows that an addict can get over his/her addiction with others' support and self motivation. All the addicts have to remember that believing in themselves that they can cure from addiction is the half of the treatment.

Hey Chirs you are one of the most important assets...

2011-09-15T14:02:48.750-04:00

Hey Chirs you are one of the most important assets of this place. Thanks for being here. Once I was under your care and it was an awesome experience of hospitality.

Congratulations...its great that you have been awa...

2011-09-15T13:18:37.559-04:00

Congratulations...its great that you have been awarded with it. Prizes like these help you to improve your performance. I am a nurse at CHRIAS and after wining the prize of like my performance enhanced drastically.

Josh Ellow You done fantastic job.Really Impressiv...

2011-09-08T04:44:20.799-04:00

Josh Ellow You done fantastic job.Really Impressive Counseling method you are using for Counseling.

Although controversial, the needle exchange progra...

2011-09-07T13:33:51.297-04:00

Although controversial, the needle exchange program does stem the spread of AIDS/HIV/Hepatitis. It would be great to be able to wean the users/addicts off of drugs, but this at least is an intermediate step.

There are angels among us. and it sounds like they...

2011-08-03T22:43:37.921-04:00

There are angels among us. and it sounds like they are at Bccs

A worthy cause to be aware of. Thanks for remindi...

2011-07-31T18:29:13.287-04:00

A worthy cause to be aware of. Thanks for reminding everyone. Stuart Kaplowitz, MFT

I was actually in a program with dawn. Im so happy...

2011-06-30T02:21:50.890-04:00

I was actually in a program with dawn. Im so happy to see she is on the right path. I think I too am finally ready to take that journey of the the life of sobriety. I am proud to say I'm sober today. By having faith and hope, I've came so far...with help from my higher power of course :) Im a new me and can't wait to life sober, happy and FREE!

This is great news.

2011-06-17T18:08:41.857-04:00

This is great news.

Hi there! I got so interested with your movement. ...

2011-04-13T18:27:28.663-04:00

Hi there! I got so interested with your movement. I am looking forward that you may be successful in your mission. Let us protect women's rights. Good luck!

Congratulations Basha! Thank you for your dedicat...

2011-03-07T18:57:18.869-05:00

Congratulations Basha! Thank you for your dedication and outstanding work!
Wendy J. Argo - (Aquila)

Hi, I'm Kate, the Health and Entertainment Ed...

2011-03-01T15:37:10.529-05:00

Hi,

I'm Kate, the Health and Entertainment Editor at Opposing Views in Los Angeles. I really enjoy reading BCCS' blog -- great content. I'd like to invite you to share your work with our readers.

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In order to build out our health and addiction section, we're reaching out to qualified writers on the subject. I think your site would be a strong addition.

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Thanks for taking a minute to consider joining us, and please let me know if you are interested.

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2011-02-02T10:38:52.028-05:00

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THANK YOU SOOO much Logisticare told me they cance...

2011-02-02T10:31:39.084-05:00

THANK YOU SOOO much Logisticare told me they cancelled my ride becuz "someone" from BCI told them to becuz there closed!! So I will still go as planned then! Thank You again for answering my post =)

The Newark Center plans to be open as usual tonigh...

2011-02-02T10:15:05.513-05:00

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