Work Needed to Close Gaps in Coverage for Mental Health, Substance Abuse

Work needed to close gaps in coverage for mental health, substance abuse

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“The final rule provides a crucial step forward to ensure that patients receive the benefits they deserve and are entitled to under the law,” said Dr. Jeffrey Lieberman, president of the American Psychiatric Association. … Jamison Monroe, CEO of …
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Why can't we kick our £6 billion caffeine habit? Analysing our super-sized

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If you were to give up coffee you'd be unlikely to experience withdrawal as you would with other substances – often our 'addiction' to coffee is more social than physical. Coffee is one of our … Many people see their takeaway coffee fix as a non …
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Families Challenged to Tackle Prescription Drug Abuse Across US

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According to the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, 70 percent of people who abuse prescription pain relievers obtained them from friends or relatives, and, there has been a 400% increase in substance abuse treatment admissions for …
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