January 9, 2009

  • Narconon is Scientology…5 Reasons Why you Should not Go to a Narconon Drug or Alcohol Rehab

    Narconon is Scientology, and Scientology is Narconon, and although the hundreds of web sites that dominate the field of addiction on behalf or Narconon make no reference to their affiliation, they are one and the same ( Why Narconon hides its affiliation to scientology ).There a great many problems with the programs of drug and alcohol rehab as run by Narconon:1) They claim an unbelievable success rate (80% +) which was independently confirmed at closer to 10%.2) Their philosophy of treatment does not allow for the use of needed medications during rehab, and this can make the detox off of certain drugs dangerous, and worsens symptoms of those people suffering from accompanying psychiatric disorders.3) The scientific background on which all therapies are based is flawed, and in many cases completely wrong. (…)

December 9, 2008

December 3, 2008

  • Free Drug and Alcohol Rehab at the Salvation Army

    With the costs of private rehab reaching as much as $20 000 per month and more, those people without private health insurance or the means to pay for rehab often wonder what they can do to better painful and crippling addictions to drugs and or alcohol.It's unfortunate that everyone is not in a position to benefit from the high standard of care as is offered at better private rehabs, but as our current health care reality precludes universal access, we are left with few options.Thankfully, the Salvation Army Christian drug and alcohol rehab programs have been in the business of helping addicts better problems with substance abuse for years, and for those without the means to pay, treatment is generally offered free of charge.Entry requirementsThe Salvation Army drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs are mandated to assist those in society unable to fund private care, and the only requirements for entry into a program are sobriety at the time of entry, a willingness to participate in a Christian form of treatment, and a willingness to work within the organization as a way to fund your stay.In return The Salvation Army offers free drug and alcohol treatment, free room and board, free clothing if necessary, free learning materials and even free access to education or job training.What types of therapies are offered?The Salvation Army free drug and alcohol rehabs are Christian centered, and participants must be willing to partake in religious therapy and prayer. (…)

November 23, 2008