Obama Offers Hope for Non-Violent Drug Offenders

With the Mexican drug wars heating up, President Barack Obama is now focusing on demand reduction in the United States by tackling the problem of narcotic addiction. Currently there are more than 22 million people in our country who are suffering with substance abuse issues – a clear strain on the economy, crime rates and a problem wherein the solution lies only through effective drug rehabilitation programs.

The President just appointed Gil Kerlikowske to be the new drug czar for the United States.  Mr. Kerlikowske will be charged with improving the standards of treatment for addicts across the country.  The White House will also implement an increase in funding for drug treatment programs and to increase the number of drug courts.  There is also a plan to give non-violent drug offenders a chance to serve their sentences in effective drug rehab programs, instead of sending these offenders into the prison system.

Now the problem rests in finding the right type of drug treatment that actually can produce long-term positive results for addicts. One such program, that has been doing this for the last 44 years, is the Narconon Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation program. “The reason why Narconon is so effective is because we handle both the physical and mental components of addiction by using a totally drug free method to treat addicts and as a result have achieved a more than 70% success rate for permanent sobriety,” says Erica Catton CCDC and Director of Public Services for Narconon Eastern United States. “This program has proven time and time again that it can deliver positive results that handle addiction.”

The way that the Narconon program does this is by addressing the physical symptoms through a sauna detoxification program that removes residues left by drugs and thereby reduces drug cravings. The program also helps former addicts regain control of their lives by increasing their awareness and personal responsibility for themselves and their environment.  Another essential component of the program is that through a series of Life Skills Courses, they can overcome past behaviors and are able to apply newly learned skills to now leading a positive, productive life.

Tackling the drug problem in the United States is a very large effort, but through effective drug treatment programs addicts can be returned back into society as productive, ethical and contributing members.

If you or someone you know is struggling with an addiction to drugs or alcohol contact Narconon today at 866-422-4650 or visit us on the web: http://www.drugabusesolution.com/