Epilepsy Drug May Help Curb Cocaine and Alcohol Addiction

Epilepsy Drug May Help Curb Cocaine and Alcohol Addiction
Because cocaine and alcohol addiction frequently comes hand in hand, in conjunction with cognitive behavioral therapy, treatments "targeting both may be the best strategy to treat individuals," the study states. Topiramate, which has mostly been used … Read more on Medical Daily

Substance abuse counselor has helped transform lives
When Harvey Blackmon, 68, first started working in substance abuse services, society looked at addicts as criminals who don't have the will to stop using substances. People thought that addiction was just a problem of will. But Blackmon has seen … Read more on Charlotte Observer