Addiction to Drugs/Expert Profile

Expertise

I can answer questions on substance abuse and addiction as well as possible ideas for abstinence and groups. I have been a substance abuse counseling specialist for 5 years. I cannot give medically diagnose but can give accurate advice and helpful ideas.

Experience in the area

I have been a substance abuse counselor for five years and have detoxed clients off of all drugs and alcohol.

Education/Credentials

I have a minor in addiction,an A.A. in Juvenile Justice and am working on my B.A in Criminal Justice with addiction. I have worked with doctors who specialize in medical detox and have 10 years nursing field experience.

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Recent Answers from Crystal

2009-08-17 Loratab Addiction:

Lisa, When you say that you have an addiction what does that mean to you? When you were taking the loratab what was your thought process, where were you at in your head? Did you take it with the intention

2009-08-13 Dpression due to percocet withdrawal:

Steve, I am sorry to hear that you are going through that, I know that it can be hard to wean off narcotics and depression is one of the harder things to shake. Can you go to the doctor and explain

2009-08-12 My boyfriend is using heroin and we are expecting!:

Caitlin, You need to research treatment centers in your area, look for non-profit and explain to them that you have no money and that you are expecting a baby and see what they can offer you. Right

2009-08-09 crack cocaine:

Tammy, I don't know where you live but I know that most states have a 211 number you can call and they have resources of all kinds. I would call a treatment center and ask them if they have any other

2009-08-07 methadone detox:

You would be better off in an inpatient facility so you can be monitored by the proper medical staff because methadone and narcotics are the hardest things to come off and can be hugely dangerous. When

 

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