Problem Gambling and Substance Abuse, and Lack of Treatment Options Linked
... Anywhere from 10 to 20 per cent of people with substance abuse problems also have … Read more on The Virtual Medical Centre Bangor conference sheds light on drug, alcohol addiction treatment differences … BANGOR, Maine — When it comes… Continue reading
Effect of Alcohol, Illicit Drug Use on Education Achievement
... the U.S. Coast Guard offloaded 2,300 pounds of cocaine at their base in Miami Beach. Officials said they seized the drugs after … Read more on Sacramento Bee A growing addiction: Heroin overdoses on the rise in Maine With… Continue reading
Drug Use Continues to Drive Portland, Bangor Rates of Violent and Property Crimes
... use continues to drive Portland, Bangor rates of violent and property crimes “You have to ask yourself — if the person involved was not addicted to crack cocaine [or other drug], would they be engaging in these behaviors?” Bangor,… Continue reading
MICHAEL NOONAN Struggling to Lose Weight? You Might Be Addicted to Junk Food
... NOONAN Struggling to lose weight? You might be addicted to junk food Studies have shown sugar to have potent effects on brain chemistry, affecting the opioid and dopamine receptors that are associated with mood and addiction. Sugar is a… Continue reading
Accused Crack Dealer Jailed in Lewiston
... crack dealer jailed in Lewiston LEWISTON, Maine — Police say a Boston man was in the county jail Friday after he was caught dealing crack cocaine in a motel room in the company of a teenage girl and an… Continue reading
'I Thank God for Everything,' Says Searsport Woman 2 Years After Crash That …
... thank God for everything,' says Searsport woman 2 years after crash that … One year ago, Hinkle was sentenced in Waldo County Superior Court to five years in prison with all but 2 and 1/2 suspended, after he pleaded… Continue reading