Study says alcohol more harmful than illegal drugs

November 2, 2010


A new study suggests alcohol may have more harmful effects than drugs like heroin or cocaine.

Utah Based Rehab Center Recovery Ways Receives JCAHO Accreditation

July 15, 2010


Salt Lake City, Utah WiredPRNews.Com July 15 2010 – By demonstrating compliance with The Joint Commission‘s national standards for health care quality and safety, Utah Drug Addiction Treatment Center Recovery Ways has earned the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval™.
“We sought accreditation for our organization because we want to demonstrate our commitment to our patient’s […]

Study shows social media withdrawal can occur

May 18, 2010


A recent study suggests individuals may go through withdrawal symptoms from abstaining from social media for long periods.
Toronto (WiredPRNews.com) – A recent study suggests social media withdrawal symptoms may occur if an individual abstains from use for long periods of time. As reported by the Toronto Sun, University of Maryland researchers found that some people […]

Tanning News: Study warns of tanning bed addiction

April 20, 2010


A new study suggests the use of tanning beds may be linked to addiction for some.
Washington (WiredPRNews.com) – A new study suggests tanning bed usage can get addictive. As reported by AFP, the study by researchers at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and the University at Albany, State University of New York states people who […]

Jesse James enters rehab amid marriage trouble rumors

April 1, 2010


The television personality has reportedly checked into rehab following claims about his infidelity.
Arizona (WiredPRNews.com) – Television personality Jesse James has reportedly checked into rehab amid claims that he has been unfaithful to his wife, Oscar winning actress Sandra Bullock. As reported by The Chicago Tribune, James has entered the Sierra Tucson rehab facility in Arizona […]

Canada Rehab Center Adds Video on YouTube

March 29, 2010


Canada addiction rehabilitation center Chatsworth Pavilion discusses the offerings of its unique program in a new online video.
March 20, 2010 – With the numerous addiction rehabilitation programs available today, many people in need of help with overcoming an addiction find it difficult to determine which program offering is best suited for their individual needs. In […]

Depression linked to extended Internet use

February 4, 2010


A new study suggests depression is linked to excessive time spent on the Internet.
U.S. (WiredPRNews.com) – A new study proposes a link between excessive time spent on the web and depression. As reported by Reuters, despite the correlation, the researchers did not determine whether the Internet was a cause or contributor to depression or an […]

New rules for health insurance providers

January 31, 2010


Insurers will soon be required to provide equal coverage for individuals with mental health or addiction problems with group plans.
U.S. (WiredPRNews.com) – New rules have been issued for health insurance providers by the U.S. government. As reported by HealthDay News, insurers are required to provide equal coverage for individuals with mental health or addiction problems […]

Aerosmith singer enters rehab

December 24, 2009


Steven Tyler has reportedly checked into rehab for an addiction to painkillers.
Los Angeles (WiredPRNews.com) – Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler has reportedly checked into a rehab center. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the singer entered the facility due to a painkiller addiction to a medication used to treat previous performance injuries.
Tyler, 61, is quoted […]

Medication could treat gambling addiction

December 14, 2009


Pathological gambling may be treated with medications used for substance addictions according to new research.
U.S. (WiredPRNews.com) – A new study suggests medications used to treat addictions to substances may be effective for treating gambling addiction as well. As reported by HealthDay News, the research findings propose pathological gambling could be treated with medications designed for […]

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