Density of Bars, Liquor Stores Impacts Alcohol-Involved SuicideAlcoholismBy Promises Behavioral HealthFebruary 26, 2015The odds that a man who commits suicide will have alcohol in his system go up in counties with relatively large numbers of bars and liquor stores, a new study finds.
FDA Unveils New Calorie-Labeling RulesHealthBy Promises Behavioral HealthFebruary 24, 2015After an agonizing (for the food industry) three-year wait, the FDA finally announced its new calorie labeling standards on Nov. 25, 2014 and many of the retailers affected by these requirements aren’t feeling very thankful for this change. While everyone knew change was coming, no one guessed how sweeping and comprehensive the FDA’s mandate would…
Bipolar Disorder Increases Risk for Premature BirthMental HealthBy Promises Behavioral HealthFebruary 22, 2015Women with a history of severe bipolar disorder have a much higher chance of giving birth to their children prematurely, a new study finds.
Mathematical Formulas May Spot Problem Gamblers Before Addiction Sets InBehavioral AddictionsBy Promises Behavioral HealthFebruary 20, 2015In the science fiction thriller Minority Report, the police were able to eliminate crime thanks to the efforts of special investigators with the power to see into the future. Being able to predict impending criminal activity gave law enforcement a leg up on the competition, changing the old adage from “crime doesn’t pay” to “crime…
The Recovery Place Addiction Treatment Center Welcomes New Executive DirectorUncategorizedBy Promises Behavioral HealthFebruary 17, 2015Diane Funston, RN, joins The Recovery Place addiction treatment center as executive director.
Verbally Advanced Kids Have Higher Risk for Teen Alcohol AbuseAdolescent Issues, FeaturedBy Promises Behavioral HealthFebruary 14, 2015As they grow older, children naturally develop increasing levels of mastery over the skills required for verbal communication. However, some children experience a greater advancement of their verbal skills than others. In a study published in 2014 in the journal Alcoholism: Clinical & Experimental Research, researchers from the U.S. and Finland investigated the connection between…
Drug Use in Middle School Predicts High School DropoutsAdolescent IssuesBy Promises Behavioral HealthFebruary 13, 2015Drug abuse is a well-known issue for a substantial minority of teenagers living in the U.S. and in many other countries. Possible consequences of this abuse include disrupted growth and development, conduct problems at home or in the classroom, increased involvement in risky behavior and increased chances of underperforming in school or dropping out of…
The Sexual Recovery Institute® Celebrates 20 Years of Treating Sex and Intimacy DisordersUncategorizedBy Promises Behavioral HealthFebruary 10, 2015In recognition of its 20th anniversary, the skilled clinicians at the Sexual Recovery Institute have planned a series of events throughout 2015.
Clarity Way® Addiction Treatment Center Welcomes New Clinical Director Jack GilbertUncategorizedBy Promises Behavioral HealthFebruary 7, 2015Jack Gilbert, MSW, joins Clarity Way addiction treatment center as its clinical director. Gilbert brings extensive experience in crisis intervention and residential support services to Clarity Way’s multidisciplinary treatment team.
Promises Treatment Centers® Adult Intensive Outpatient Program Opens in Santa MonicaUncategorizedBy Promises Behavioral HealthFebruary 6, 2015Promises Treatment Centers opens a new outpatient addiction treatment program in Santa Monica for adults ages 28 and over. The predominantly group format complements individual therapy and focuses on recovery skills and relapse prevention.
