Pubdate: Fri, 04 Jul 2014
Source: Palm Beach Post, The (FL)
Copyright: 2014 The Palm Beach Post
Contact:  http://www.palmbeachpost.com/
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/333
Author: Diane Spero
Page: A14

REHAB BUSINESS FAILING ADDICTS

Drug rehabilitation has become a business, leaving many addicts not 
knowing where to turn for help. From high-end, resort-like facilities 
to street-level facilities that offer treatment, the addict seeking 
recovery is lured by ads that promise 30 days to a new life.

Recovering addicts need to learn skills to function in society.

It is sad that making a profit has become more important than helping 
people recover. Recovering addicts need more than 30 days of rehab 
groups and meetings.

I was alone without support when I left rehab. We need to help people 
recover, not profit from their addiction.

DIANE SPERO, JUPITER
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