Aldon Smith to seek treatment for alcohol abuse, per Maiocco

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According to Matt Maiocco, 49ers outside linebacker Aldon Smith is "out indefinitely" as he will seek treatment for alcohol abuse. Aldon had a very brief statement, and 49ers CEO Jed York took more time to speak with the media about this situation. I …
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Talking with Your Teen about Drugs & Alcohol

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Regardless of whether you suspect your teen is using drugs and alcohol or know that he or she is, you can build on the relationship you already have to have a deeper conversation about substance abuse. Ask yourself the following questions: Do you and …
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LA County Officials Predict Substance Misuse Care Will Expand Under ACA

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Albert Senella — president of the California Association of Alcohol and Drug Program Executives and president and CEO of Tarzana Treatment Centers — thinks there could be a capacity problem because federal regulations allow reimbursement only for …
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