'I've done some really twisted things': Aussie soldier battles drug horror
Mental health advisor and psychologist Dr Stephanie Hodgson says early intervention is proving successful in preventing many drug and alcohol users transitioning to full-blown addiction. She says the theory of separating veterans and civilians isn't as …
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“I've done some really twisted things”: Aussie soldier battles drug horror
Mental health advisor and psychologist Dr Stephanie Hodgson says early intervention is proving successful in preventing many drug and alcohol users transitioning to full-blown addiction. She says the theory of separating veterans and civilians isn't as …
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49ers activate Smith but shouldn't rush him
The 49ers were safe from themselves and questionable decision-making in terms of Smith for the past five weeks, while Smith was in inpatient substance-abuse rehabilitation. But now that he's out and back in the 49ers' care, the real pressure starts.
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Atco woman's book provides outlet for murder victims' families
He was seeking outpatient help when he was murdered. Pat Goebel had warned her son after his last inpatient treatment not to hang out with Highsmith's accomplice, Kenny Walker — “a creep who knew he had a problem.” Their relationship strained, mother …
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Question by jesswzmn: what is the fundamental group personality flaw of liberals which leads to them losing out to Republicans ?
on issues like healthcare reform.

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Answer by [email protected]
I was really surprised to hear this from top-level Republicans: we significantly outclass the Liberals in one area that compensates for our smaller numbers: organization.

You might think that’s funny, but it’s quite true. Republicans are way more organized and diligent. Year after year, Democrats are astonished when they lose elections, and it all came down to dogged determination, coupled with far superior organization.

Liberals excel at getting their supporters enthused, but their creativity is no match for the “slow and steady wins the race” approach the Republicans use.

It’s like playing poker. You always have some smug hotshot (Liberal) who arrogantly believes he can just bluff his way to victory. Opposing him is the Conservative who has studied all the statistics and hence knows exactly when to bet, when to raise, and when to fold.

The hotshot may win some flashy hands, but the conscientious player will always prevail.

Answer by David
I think its a values thing. We are a center right country still, and probably will be for a while. Conservatives have an advantage because they often represent the status quo: the way things are. Liberals are far more progressive, and quicker to jump on the bandwagon so to speak in terms of new programs and policies. That weariness that Republicans have of the unknown (this is one of the key aspects of conservatism). Liberals have to be far more speculative, while Republicans can point towards what is happening now. Liberals tend to look at the “positive outlook”, while Conservatives tend to look at the “negative outlook”, and that negative outlook is more safer. If The People are feeling ballsy about a particular issue, they are willing to take a risk (and be liberal in that sense).

Obama’s campaign was successfuly largely because the status quo was not approvable to the majority of Americans. His rhetoric of change was something that more and more people were willing to accept was important, because our status quo at the time was not favorable. But if things don’t change quick enough, people are quick to assume that it’s not going to work, and so revert back to the “safety” of the status quo. This is why the Republicans have an edge much of the time.

Honestly, I think it is the blend of our two parties, the switch from one to another, that is what makes our country succesful. In times of change, Democrats can make us progressive, in times of stability, Republicans can keep us going. The Democrats keep us progressive, but the Republicans keep us in check, to make sure we don’t get ahead of ourselves. And since it is the people who elect these folks, we are in control of which direction our country goes. No system is perfect, but America has never been in a situation that we weren’t able to overcome sooner or later and I believe that will always be the case.

Teens in child welfare system show higher drug abuse rate
That, according to Fettes, may reflect a couple of facts. "Alcohol is readily available to teenagers," she said, "and drinking is something of a normative behavior to them." But whereas drug use was more common among teens in the welfare system, not …
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Colts spotlight: Brazill ready for second chance
Brazill missed the first four games of this season with a suspension for violation of the league's substance abuse policy. It was a tough hit … Fast facts: Played in 15 games as a rookie in 2012, catching 11 passes for 186 yards and a touchdown …
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Increase in crime? The Northern Berkshire Community Coalition has a forum to …
"There's a real connection between substances, substance abuse, and an uptick in crime," Bashevkin said. Bashevkin said it's important for the community to ask "what are we doing upstream?" "What are we doing to prevent … North Adams Police Director …
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New Approaches to Substance Abuse Treatment at Drug Rehab Cookeville …
This has led to the facility to update and improve its treatment methods. The innovative new approach is helping more people overcome their addictions and start living productive lives. Drug Rehab Cookeville counselor Leigh Ann K. says the new programs …
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Justin Blackmon Suspended Indefinitely for Violation of Substance Abuse Policy
… broke the news: Blackmon suspended indefinitely without pay for violating the NFL Policy and Program for Substances of Abuse. … San Francisco 49ers star defensive end Aldon Smith recently was released from an alcohol treatment center. 6:23 PM ET …
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Heroin: Treating Kitsap's addiction | Herald series
“We've seen a tremendous rise with heroin,” said Karen Augustine, clinical operations manager for the Olalla Guest Lodge, a non-profit substance abuse treatment facility. “I believe much of it starts with old pills of Oxycontin. That seems to be a …
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Los Angeles Treatment Center Opens Its Doors, Giving People Seeking Relief …
Cocaine, heroin, Oxycontin and benzodiazepines are just a few of the drugs that the treatment center helps people put in their past. Alcoholism, a disease that destroys individuals as well as families, is addressed through the substance abuse treatment …
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Drug Rehab La Vergne Implements Groundbreaking New Addiction Therapy …
The addiction treatment programs at Drug Rehab La Vergne are designed to let everyone find the method of addiction treatment that works best for them. Since everyone is different, it makes sense that each person needs to find their own path to sobriety.
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Drug Rehab Center Mansfield Offers New Treatments for Prescription Addiction
A certified addiction specialist at Drug Rehab Center Mansfield, Elizabeth M., explains why the new treatment programs are so effective. “Living life as a recovering addict is difficult enough, but when you suffer from other medical issues soothed by …
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New Programs at Drug Rehab Carrollton Tackle Prescription Addiction
Long term abuse of prescription medications can cause significant damage to a person's health and overall well-being. Drug Rehab Carrollton is promoting the awareness of prescription drug abuse with their new, comprehensive treatment programs.
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Question by Barack McClinton: How come no one finds it funny when you joke about hard drugs like meth or heroin?
Pot jokes are kind of corny and everyone agrees. And most people can appreaciate a cocaine joke as long as it has context.

But if you make a random joke about meth, people are angry about it. Why should be we feel sorry or feel sensititve about drug “addiction”?

And don’t tell me I don’t know. The police threw me in a “weed rehab” when I was a teenager.

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Answer by MissChe25
look.. ya got me.. me AND my kids “crack” up (pun DEFINATELY intended) about their crack head daddy..

he started on drugs when my kids was 3 and 4.. and he just got off officially for “good” (just does weed and alcohol now) about 2 years ago.. which means for about 16 years he was the town crack head…lol.. we chuckle about the things he use to do while high all the time…lol

just thinking about it now is making me laff..

Answer by i_have_a_hockey_stick
maybe they know you’ve been in weed rehab and r trying to b sensitive so u aren’t offended

or they never stopped there weed or other drug addiction(s)

or they have a sucky sense of humor