As of today, the number of Americans over the age of 12 that was reported to be addicted to the substance has reached 23 million. Only 11% of those will seek addiction treatment while 40% to 60% have relapsed and went back to their addiction.

Malibu, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/05/2015 -- Opioid addiction is the dependence on prescription drugs and heroin which can be treated with rehabilitation and medication. For some time, rehabilitation under treatment programs combined with medication from both public and private recovery centers are the primary method of driving out the medical condition out of the system that had made a great impact on the chemistry of the brain. That to make the recovery more meaningful, drug dependents was advised to stay for 30 days or so and strictly follow the 12-step programs designed for every patient. However, concerns about its efficiency were raised these days as the number of Americans getting addicted to opioid escalates dramatically while more youngsters were being reported to be acquainted with substance addiction.

As of today, the number of Americans over the age of 12 that was reported to be addicted to the substance has reached 23 million. Only 11% of those will seek addiction treatment while 40% to 60% have relapsed and went back to their addiction. With the whopping numbers that were revealed recently about the dependency of some Americans, it does not mean that the treatments and medication provided alongside are not that effective. It's just that every patient undergoes different circumstances, the same goes for treatment programs. With that scenario, recovery centers focus more on identifying what works and what does not when it comes to addiction treatment Malibu clients and from nearby states deserves.

Although there's a growing threat for opioid addiction, its treatment is still unreachable to many. As a matter of fact, one out five people with the opoid dependence was able to receive it. This trend happens because of the following factors such as (1) unexpanded size of the treatment programs with medication-assistant treatment and the drug treatment programs outside, and (2) the limited number of physicians that provides medication-assisted treatments which is expected to grow in the future. Yet, this should not be an excuse for many opioid dependents not to seek rehabilitation when there's an available option for treating the addiction that includes medication-assisted treatments using any of the three approved medication for opioid addiction – methadone and buprenorphine as opioid agonists and naltrexone as opioid antagonist. But among the three, the two opioid is widely used.

Methadone is an opioid agonist that is responsible for 'replacing' the opioid abused. This reduces the cravings, the withdrawal symptoms and the use of illicit opioid without making the patient elated. But the use of methadone in treatments is highly regulated by the federal and state levels and is only available in specialized centers. Another medication used is the buprenorphine which is a partial opioid agonist. It is less regulated than methadone, occurs in any rehabilitation setting, and can be prescribed by the doctor who has completed an 8-hour training to receive a waiver. People who use buprenorphine as their medication usually has monthly visit with their physician. And unlike methadone, this partial opioid agonist can lead to improvements.

Consequently, in choosing the right medication to fight opioid dependence, consulting it with specialists at recovery centers like Acadia Malibu (that provides a complete addiction care, a community for recovery, and long-term but affordable and effective addiction treatments) greatly helps in tailoring the every individual needs and medication-assisted treatments that could lead to a substantial improvement in health and the quality of life.

About Acadia Malibu
The mission of Acadia Malibu is to provide unique, high quality drug and alcohol treatment services at every step along the continuum of care. They have decades of combined experience working with clients, from the initial 'Crisis Intervention,' all the way through to aftercare and alumni services. Acadia is licensed in Malibu to provide care for those suffering from dual-diagnoses and our staff is very experienced in treating co-occurring disorders. Acadia Malibu stands by their commitment to provide a special and innovative treatment experience, and to tailor an individualized care plan for each of their clients.

Acadia Malibu has created a community-based, long-term Acadia rehab treatment model. Their flexible model allows them to create ways of making treatment affordable to most families. They shepherd clients through the treatment process by helping them to integrate themselves into the fabric of our community, and even more importantly, by focusing on what their lives are going to look like post-treatment. Most treatment professionals have admitted that the old 30-day model is not working. Affordable, long-term, community-based care that really works is the future of drug and alcohol treatment … And this is what they are committed to providing each of their clients and its families.

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With the significant results from the research conducted by the international team, this gave a brand new hope for many drug addicts who can’t get rid their dependency with illicit drugs out of their system. And people don’t have to suffer anymore with the destructive impact of drug in a person’s life.

Malibu, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/09/2015 -- Cocaine addiction has been one of the problems that the authorities are attempting to solve that a lot of funded research has been conducted to find a drug treatment that will save people from getting addicted. Until recently, a team of researchers from the US and Australia, which is led by the University of Colorado Boulder, conducted a study that may lead to a potential drug treatment with great implications not only with the cocaine, but with other types of drug addiction.

When it comes to cocaine abuse, Australia, and United States belongs to the top 5 which makes the efforts for finding the cure a deep sense of duty that needs to be accomplished. The powerful and addictive stimulant that is made from a coca plant is known to produce short-term euphoria, energy, and talkativeness. It impairs the neurons in the brains which make it hard for users to recognize the bad effects in making decision, according to a research published in 'The Journal of Neuroscience'.

But with the recent findings about the same mechanism in the brain that amplifies addictiveness that also interacts with other drugs such as heroin, oxycodone, morphine and other opioid. Researchers found that the toll-like receptor or TLR4 filled with glial cells' an immune receptor plays a vital role and communicates with the brain to give updates on health changes. These mere glial cells that were once thought to be a glue holding the brain together and feed neuron turns out to be responding and recognizes invading pathogens. And when the drugs managed to invade the immune system, they mount on these receptors and the effects of the drugs are amplified.

In order to prevent the drugs to get amplified is to limit it from binding to the TLR4. It was found that if cocaine weren't able to bind with the TLR4, cocaine won't be able to produce pro-inflammatory effect in the brain which conveys the feel-good rewarding effect of the drug. And blocking TLR4 on glial cells could be a therapeutic means for drug abuse. With this success on cocaine, researchers tried the same mechanism on other drugs and had showed favorable results. For Professor Mark Hutchinson of the University of Adelaide, these significant findings could be the potential single intervention for a variety of drug addiction.

A drug called naloxone that is known to reverse the effects of narcotic drugs that used during surgery or to treat pain was used to prevent cocaine from binding to the toll-like receptor and showed favorable results. And now researchers are hoping that the clinical trials for this drug treatment will start soon so that drug treatment center like Acadia Malibu, known for unique and high-quality drug and alcohol treatment programs, can use the new found drug along with other recovery programs they offer.

With the significant results from the research conducted by the international team, this gave a brand new hope for many drug addicts who can't get rid their dependency with illicit drugs out of their system. And people don't have to suffer anymore with the destructive impact of drug in a person's life.

About Acadia Malibu
The mission of Acadia Malibu is to provide unique, high quality drug and alcohol treatment services at every step along the continuum of care. They have decades of combined experience working with clients, from the initial 'Crisis Intervention,' all the way through to aftercare and alumni services. Acadia is licensed in Malibu to provide care for those suffering from dual-diagnoses and our staff is very experienced in treating co-occurring disorders. Acadia Malibu stands by their commitment to provide a special and innovative treatment experience, and to tailor an individualized care plan for each of their clients.

Acadia Malibu has created a community-based, long-term Acadia rehab treatment model. Our flexible model allows us to create ways of making treatment affordable to most families. We shepherd clients through the treatment process by helping them to integrate themselves into the fabric of our community, and even more importantly, by focusing on what their lives are going to look like post-treatment. Most treatment professionals have admitted that the old 30-day model is not working. Affordable, long-term, community-based care that really works is the future of drug and alcohol treatment … And this is what we are committed to providing each of our clients and their families with

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Approaching addiction management realistically could be considered as unpretentious and accrual developments in search of new treatments. Yet, doctors and researchers are expected not to cease from de-mystifying the function and dysfunction of the brain that will certainly put an end in search for a sustainable cure from addiction.

Malibu, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/27/2015 -- Uncontrollable rise in the number of people getting addicted with cocaine and methamphetamine each year has further increased the need to make new treatments to get the line – as soon as possible. Yet, the immense intricacy of the brain's function and dysfunction has seems to be delaying the success of every experimentation to addiction treatments, that always kept the developments in neuroscience to a never-ending state of immaturity.

Among many substance disorders that needs to be treated, addiction to cocaine and methamphetamine is the highest hurdle that every doctor and researchers have to overcome. Unavailability of treatments that will surely counteract the effects of these substances once inside the body, have resulted in many clinical trials of existing medication, but none of those were specifically approved, even as a stimulant.

According to Dr. Kyle Kampman, a physician at the University of Pennsylvania, what makes cocaine and methamphetamine dependence difficult to treat is because "it does not really have a discrete target for pharmaceutical intervention". The difficulty in identifying what is to target with the treatments to be developed is due to the 'multiple pathways' both drugs are used to generate the effects after consumption. As a result, no single compound is detected that will wield sufficient maneuver over the entire system especially if both drugs were used constantly.

Despite the good news of many scientists working on the development of treatment for such addiction for decades; early celebrations are yet to come for none of these experimental therapies currently in progress will be the saving grace. The compelling reason is that it can't be used as a standalone treatment unless if these will be teamed up with a certain therapy that many rehabs are providing for the patients to get them sobered.

Though medications that are used to treat substance use disorder fall into two categories: pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic. For Acadia Rehab, most of the FDA-approved drugs for dependence that are currently being prescribed fall in the "dynamic" type. Medications under this type are either 'receptor antagonist' or 'receptor agonist'. They act once in site of action. The brain receptors targeted by the substance are also targeted and blocked by this mechanism which either prevents or reduces the after effect of the substance.

Consequently, pharmacokinetics medicines take effect right before the substance has hit the brain. Immune-based therapies including vaccines and monoclonal antibodies are under this category which disintegrate substances while it is still in the bloodstream and haven't traversed the BBB (blood-brain barrier).

Another treatment that scientist are looking forward to is the progress in some compounds of Dopamine, which had played a vital role in the addiction process. These include dopamine transport blockers (DTBs) that blocks the transport of dopamine from one neuron to another, Dopamine receptor antagonists (DRAs) and Dopamine enzyme inhibitors (DEIs) which targets the enzyme beta-hydroxylase.

While some experts strongly believe with what vaccines and monoclonal antibodies can do to fight addiction once clinical trials begins showing significant results in inducing a huge antibody response. Though for some doctors, it would take the next five years before it enters the clinical practice routinely.

Either way, approaching addiction management realistically could be considered as unpretentious and accrual developments in search of new treatments. Yet, doctors and researchers are expected not to cease from de-mystifying the function and dysfunction of the brain that will certainly put an end in search for a sustainable cure from addiction.

About Acadia Malibu
The mission of Acadia Malibu is to provide unique, high quality drug and alcohol treatment services at every step along the continuum of care. They have decades of combined experience working with clients, from the initial 'Crisis Intervention,' all the way through to aftercare and alumni services. Acadia is licensed in Malibu to provide care for those suffering from dual-diagnoses and our staff is very experienced in treating co-occurring disorders. Acadia Malibu stands by their commitment to provide a special and innovative treatment experience, and to tailor an individualized care plan for each of their clients.

Acadia Malibu has created a community-based, long-term Acadia rehab treatment model. Our flexible model allows us to create ways of making treatment affordable to most families. We shepherd clients through the treatment process by helping them to integrate themselves into the fabric of our community, and even more importantly, by focusing on what their lives are going to look like post-treatment. Most treatment professionals have admitted that the old 30-day model is not working. Affordable, long-term, community-based care that really works is the future of drug and alcohol treatment … And this is what we are committed to providing each of our clients and their families.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

The National Institute on Drug Abuse provides scientific approaches to the treatment of drug abuse. Bob Forrest, as a drug counsellor, believes that in addition to these scientific treatments, recovery is much faster with the human intervention.

Malibu, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/01/2014 -- Sam's Watch, a non-profit organization in Indianapolis joined with the National Institute on Drug Abus e to fight drug abuse among teens. Sam's watch gives Saving Alert Messages on all the dangers and harm that drug abuse can cause to young people.

According to Jeanne Motsay, President of Sam's Watch and the mother of Sam Motsay, a 16-year old academic honours athlete who died from using a little known synthetic drug which started the non-profit organization, "National Drug Facts Week provides an opportunity for young people to get science-based information about drugs and their effect on the body. But that can happen only if schools participate. I urge students and parents to encourage their school leaders to participate in National Drug Facts Week. It will save lives."

The National Drug Facts Week gives opportunities to young people to be scientifically knowledgeable in drug information to make sure that it brings them the much-needed awareness to stay away from drug addiction at a very young age. It brings together drug counsellors, education experts, scientists and parents. The National Drug Facts Week is being supported by numerous federal agencies such as the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism and Mental Health Services Administration.

Programs such as this is also being supported by numerous drug counsellors like the very well-known Bob Forrest. He has always been the constant partner of Dr. Drew Pinsky and helped numerous teenage alcoholics and those who suffered from drug addiction. Bob Forrest believes that a positive environment and acceptance is the best way to overcome drug addiction. He is an advocate in providing a non-restrictive environment to further aid an addicted person's recovery. He knows that living free with supportive peers with low-pressure and non-judgmental environment are huge reasons why people under drug addiction treatment are on its way to fast-recovery.

The National Institute on Drug Abuse provides scientific approaches to the treatment of drug abuse. Bob Forrest, as a drug counsellor, believes that in addition to these scientific treatments, recovery is much faster with the human intervention. We have to put feelings, emotions, and value to the people who has been addicted for some time. This way they will have the opportunity to believe in themselves and feel that they are still accepted in the society despite what they have been through.

As Bob Forrest says, he wants to treat addicted persons with dignity, love, and compassion. These, he believes are the main factors for addicted people to live a good quality of life with a brighter perspective and a better vision of their future well-being.

About Acadia Malibu
The mission of Acadia Malibu is to provide unique, high quality drug and alcohol treatment services at every step along the continuum of care. They have decades of combined experience working with clients, from the initial 'Crisis Intervention,' all the way through to aftercare and alumni services. Acadia is licensed in Malibu to provide care for those suffering from dual-diagnoses and our staff is very experienced in treating co-occurring disorders. Acadia Malibu stands by their commitment to provide a special and innovative treatment experience, and to tailor an individualized care plan for each of their clients.

Acadia Malibu has created a community-based, long-term Acadia rehab treatment model. Our flexible model allows us to create ways of making treatment affordable to most families. We shepherd clients through the treatment process by helping them to integrate themselves into the fabric of our community, and even more importantly, by focusing on what their lives are going to look like post-treatment. Most treatment professionals have admitted that the old 30-day model is not working. Affordable, long-term, community-based care that really works is the future of drug and alcohol treatment … And this is what we are committed to providing each of our clients and their families.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

With proper choices and proper mind-setting, drug addiction will cured. The treatment of drug addiction will not end in treatment centers though, a patient needs to be supported by loved ones and should always be accepted as a renewed person after the treatment.

Malibu, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/03/2014 -- Drug Addiction is considered as a complex illness. It is a substance use disorder characterized by a person's dependency on legal or illegal drug or medication. It is also characterized by intense and uncontrollable drug cravings. Alcohol and nicotine may be considered as legal in some states and countries, but it is still considered as drugs. A drug dependent person cannot control the urge to take or use different kinds of drugs even while knowing the negative side-effects of its intake.

Drug addiction and drug abuse can disrupt and ruin a person's life, more so the lives of the people around the person with drug addiction. Most drug addictions are left untreated while some instances can cause serious damage and consequences like physical and mental harm, ruined relationships and breaking of the law. It is important for a person addicted to substance use to accept that they need professional help. After which, it will be easier to find a doctor who will be able to treat the addiction. It is also best to have friends, family and a strong support group to help organize a treatment for the patient and promote an environment which will help the patient overcome the addiction.

In the US, Malibu California is the city which became the home of numerous residential drug abuse treatment center which caters best treatment for drug addiction. Most family members with a loved one having drug addiction issues chose Malibu Drug Treatment Centers because of the fine weather and beautiful beaches which can help in the treatment process. AS of 2013, there were 35 state-licensed drug and alcohol Malibu Drug Treatment Facilities. In addition, there are a multiplying number of unlicensed sober-living homes in the area.

Most drug addiction causes problems in a person's work life and personal relationships. More so, drug addiction causes functional and structural damage in the brain and it may lead to emotional instability and low-self-esteem. These are just a few negative effects of drug addiction. Thus, it is important to choose a Malibu Drug Treatment Facility which will cater not only for the cure of the addiction but also in the continued sober life of the patient. There are even Malibu Drug Treatment Facilities which offer Out-Patient Programs for their patients to continue living regular lives while under treatment. However, with this type of programs patients were given more tools to make sure they will succeed in leaving the addiction behind.

With proper choices and proper mind-setting, drug addiction will cured. The treatment of drug addiction will not end in treatment centers though, a patient needs to be supported by loved ones and should always be accepted as a renewed person after the treatment.

About Acadia Malibu
The mission of Acadia Malibu is to provide unique, high quality drug and alcohol treatment services at every step along the continuum of care. They have decades of combined experience working with clients, from the initial 'Crisis Intervention,' all the way through to aftercare and alumni services. Acadia is licensed in Malibu to provide care for those suffering from dual-diagnoses and our staff is very experienced in treating co-occurring disorders. Acadia Malibu stands by their commitment to provide a special and innovative treatment experience, and to tailor an individualized care plan for each of their clients.

Acadia Malibu has created a community-based, long-term Acadia rehab treatment model. Our flexible model allows us to create ways of making treatment affordable to most families. We shepherd clients through the treatment process by helping them to integrate themselves into the fabric of our community, and even more importantly, by focusing on what their lives are going to look like post-treatment. Most treatment professionals have admitted that the old 30-day model is not working. Affordable, long-term, community-based care that really works is the future of drug and alcohol treatment … And this is what we are committed to providing each of our clients and their families.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

For individuals struggling with addiction, the biggest and toughest challenge towards recovery is the very first one: deciding to make a change and being candid about it. It’s normal for an individual to feel conflicted about giving up the drug he is so into, even though he knows for a fact that it’s the one that’s making his life a mess.

Malibu, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/29/2014 -- A lot of people addicted to drugs, alcohol or both have managed to get clean and stay that way with the assistance and supervision of organizations like Acadia Malibu or the thousands of residential and outpatient clinics dedicated to treating addiction.

A person struggling with addiction may find that sobriety can be so hard to achieve leading him to quit the treatment program. This is not the right mindset. Addiction is a treatable condition, no matter how hopeless one's situation appears. Having the right treatment and support, achieving a sober living is possible. Addicts must instill into their minds that giving up is never an option. The road to recovery often involves bumps, pitfalls, and setbacks. But by examining the root cause of the problem and having the positive thinking towards change, a person is on his way to recovery.

For individuals struggling with addiction, the biggest and toughest challenge towards recovery is the very first one: deciding to make a change and being candid about it. It's normal for an individual to feel conflicted about giving up the drug he is so into, even though he knows for a fact that it's the one that's making his life a mess. Change is never easy—and committing to sobriety involves changing a lot of things.

The patient may wonder if he's really ready for all that change or if he has the guts to quit. It's fine if one finds himself torn. Recovering from addiction is a long process, one that requires time, commitment, motivation, and support.

Once the patient has made a firm decision to defy his drug addiction, it's time to explore his treatment choices. Acadia Malibu, an addiction treatment Malibu, has a wide range of programs for those people struggling with addiction to choose from. Acadia Malibu's programs include: Intervention, Detoxification, Assessment and Referral, Case Management, Individual, Group and Family Counseling, Recreational Activities, Sober Living, Out Patient Program, Alumni Program, Medically Supervised Drug Testing Program, Young Adult Rehab, Professional Rehab Program, Prescription Pill Addiction Treatment and Individualized Care Model. With these programs one can surely chose a program he's comfortable with.

Lastly, addicts should not be discouraged by relapses. Relapse is a common part of the recovery process from drug addiction. While relapse is understandably exasperating and discouraging, it can also give the opportunity to know what went wrong, rectify these mistakes and make some adjustments on his treatment course.

The important thing to remember is that relapse doesn't mean that the program is an epic fail and a waste of time and money. Instead of quitting, Acadia Malibu advised the patients get back on the program as quickly as possible. Acadia Malibu also persuades the patients to call a sponsor, talk to a therapist, go to a meeting, or schedule an appointment with a doctor. When the patient is sober again and free from any risks, it is advised to examine what triggered the relapse, what went wrong, and what the patient could have done in a different way. Patients may opt to get back on the path to recovery and make use of the experience to strengthen his commitment.

About Acadia Malibu
The mission of Acadia Malibu is to provide unique, high quality drug and alcohol treatment services at every step along the continuum of care. They have decades of combined experience working with clients, from the initial 'Crisis Intervention,' all the way through to aftercare and alumni services. Acadia is licensed in Malibu to provide care for those suffering from dual-diagnoses and our staff is very experienced in treating co-occurring disorders. Acadia Malibu stands by their commitment to provide a special and innovative treatment experience, and to tailor an individualized care plan for each of their clients.

Acadia Malibu has created a community-based, long-term Acadia rehab treatment model. Our flexible model allows us to create ways of making treatment affordable to most families. We shepherd clients through the treatment process by helping them to integrate themselves into the fabric of our community, and even more importantly, by focusing on what their lives are going to look like post-treatment. Most treatment professionals have admitted that the old 30-day model is not working. Affordable, long-term, community-based care that really works is the future of drug and alcohol treatment … And this is what we are committed to providing each of our clients and their families with

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

When one is looking for a drug treatment center, it’s important to know what the center’s substance abuse programs are, take note that that everyone’s needs may vary, depending upon the intensity of addiction and drug dependence. Basically, the longer and more intense the one’s use and dependence on drugs, the longer and more intense the treatment program he may need.

Malibu, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/29/2014 -- Regardless whether the center's recovery program will take several weeks or months, its support and long-term follow-up are also important for the patient's recovery. A quality drug treatment center not only tackles the abuse of drugs and other substances, it also tackles the emotional pain and other personal problems that contribute to one's addiction.

Oftentimes, a drug treatment center's advertisements are shown in serene settings with picturesque views. Yes, it will be nice to have these amenities however they won't come cheap. Acadia Malibu advised to focus on what really are essential: proper licensing, quality of care given during the program, follow-up services, and staff qualifications. The things to check include:

Program accreditation and licensing: Be certain that the center's treatment program by a governing body in the state it is in. Also, be sure to check that the program is operated by a well-trained addiction specialists and mental health professionals.

The efficacy of the center's treatment methods: Drug treatment centers should have at least some data and figures on their success rates, preferably from an objective outside agency.

Kind of aftercare services to avoid relapse: Search or ask if the center has a well-run aftercare program. Know if the center provides referrals to some other recovery services and support groups in the community. Also make it a point that a staff member will collaborate with you to come up with a discharge plan prior to leaving the program.

In finding the ideal drug treatment center that suit one's needs and budget, Acadia Malibu advised the public to: Consult a doctor and ask for a referral. Get in touch with your health insurance company. See if your company offers an Employee Assistance Program with addiction counseling. Contact local mental health clinics, community health centers and hospitals.

About Acadia Malibu
The mission of Acadia Malibu is to provide unique, high quality drug and alcohol treatment services at every step along the continuum of care. They have decades of combined experience working with clients, from the initial 'Crisis Intervention,' all the way through to aftercare and alumni services. Acadia is licensed in Malibu to provide care for those suffering from dual-diagnoses and our staff is very experienced in treating co-occurring disorders. Acadia Malibu stands by their commitment to provide a special and innovative treatment experience, and to tailor an individualized care plan for each of their clients.

Acadia Malibu has created a community-based, long-term Acadia rehab treatment model. Our flexible model allows us to create ways of making treatment affordable to most families. We shepherd clients through the treatment process by helping them to integrate themselves into the fabric of our community, and even more importantly, by focusing on what their lives are going to look like post-treatment. Most treatment professionals have admitted that the old 30-day model is not working. Affordable, long-term, community-based care that really works is the future of drug and alcohol treatment … And this is what we are committed to providing each of our clients and their families with

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

In a study conducted by the University College London, a rare gene variant called GRM3 which stimulates alcohol addiction, could lead to the discovery of a new cure for alcohol dependency.

Malibu, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/29/2014 -- Approximately one out of every 200 people has a rare gene variant called GRM3 that spurs alcohol addiction which accounts to more than 18 million Americans who are alcohol dependent. This is what the study conducted by the researchers from the University College London found out. According to the published study in one of the issues of Psychiatric Genetics, the said rare gene develops the likelihood of developing alcohol addiction, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder.

In the said study by UCL, 6,280 participants were diagnosed. About 79% of these participants were observed to have one of the three disorders (alcohol addiction, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder). The other 21% were found to be medically healthy. Based on the findings of this study, the gene GRM3 was merely the one that has a precise mutation observed accountable for the disorder, despite the 108 varied locations associated with schizophrenia.

Benefit of the Study

This study would definitely lead to a breakthrough in discovering new methods of curing alcohol abuse disorders. Most of the treatments being used today to reverse the effects of alcohol dependency are focused on the activity of dopamine, a chemical that allows transmission of signals between the brain cells. The same chemical also heightens feelings of motivation , reward, and bliss. While additional intake of alcohol increases dopamine levels, abrupt withdrawal from it can cause to a quick fall in the production of dopamine as well.

Some people who have had harrowing life experiences or other cases of dejection are triggered to abuse alcohol. While this may seem to be the root cause where most of the treatments are based on, identifying the best treatment for this genetic component would better help in understanding other fundamental sources of the addiction.

While experts are working on the "next big thing" in resolving alcohol addiction, the other best step to take to resolve alcohol abuse is by enrolling in Acadia Malibu's treatment plans. With Acadia Malibu, the chances of the patients' recovery increase dramatically upon participation in long term treatment.

About Acadia Malibu
The mission of Acadia Malibu is to provide unique, high quality drug and alcohol treatment services at every step along the continuum of care. They have decades of combined experience working with clients, from the initial 'Crisis Intervention,' all the way through to aftercare and alumni services. Acadia is licensed in Malibu to provide care for those suffering from dual-diagnoses, and our staff is very experienced in treating co-occurring disorders. Acadia Malibu stands by their commitment to provide a special and innovative treatment experience, and to tailor an individualized care plan for each of their clients.

Acadia Malibu has created a community-based, long-term Acadia rehab treatment model. Our flexible model allows us to create ways of making treatment affordable to most families. We shepherd clients through the treatment process by helping them to integrate themselves into the fabric of our community, and even more importantly, by focusing on what their lives are going to look like post-treatment. Most treatment professionals have admitted that the old 30-day model is not working. Affordable, long-term, community-based care that really works is the future of drug and alcohol treatment … And this is what we are committed to providing each of our clients and their families with.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm