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Addiction treatment is in greater need in smaller towns than in large cities, according to new research from the University of British Columbia.The study carried out by the Canadian institute ......
Reducing numbers affected by alcohol addiction and binge drinking reportedly demands a long-term approach.According to Chris Sorek, chief executive of Drinkaware, the law and education both have roles to play ......
The NHS and financial advice organisations need to improve practitioners' understanding about gambling problems and publicise their support services more effectively, says an addiction charity.Published by Gamcare, the research found ......
Dedicated research on mental health problems would help address the physical conditions they trigger, such as obesity, smoking addiction and heart disease, say medical experts.Speaking to the BBC, Dr Peter ......
More people in Wales are in need of rehabilitation services as a result of cocaine addiction, a new study has found.According to figures published by the Welsh Assembly Government, there ......
A new study has warned of the important role that peer pressure can play in the development of a drug addiction among young people.Research carried out by the National Drug ......
There has been a surge in the number of young people entering rehab clinics and seeking addiction treatment for cocaine addiction, it has been reported.According to the National Treatment Agency, ......
A new trial in the US has found that cocaine addicts could be weaned off the drug for good by using a new addiction treatment described as a 'vaccine'.The experiment ......
Addiction treatment for gambling in the UK is generally given to male, white-collar workers in their mid-30s, according to new research focusing on problem gamblers, it has been revealed.A study ......
Figures have revealed that a government scheme providing addiction treatment to drug addicts has had a significant effect on many people trying to kick their habit.According to the study carried ......