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Can illegal drugs help depression? (Times Online)

Many people will enjoy some yoga or meditation this weekend. Both practices have proven health benefits, but for some people knowing that it works is never enough.

Helping people with mental illness quit smoking (American Psychological Association)

August 22, 2008 Aug. 22--BENNINGTON -- Most people suffering from mental illnesses smoke, and don't know many people who don't, Todd Hill, a licensed social worker and alcohol and drug counselor with the Vermont Department of Health, said while giving a presentation Wednesday at United Counseling Services.

Teen tells of out-of-control life that led to fatal crash (Billings Gazette)

Brian Houston's life was out of control. After getting kicked out of West High during his freshman year, the Billings teenager spent his days getting high and working odd jobs. When he wasn't smoking dope, he was looking to buy it. If he couldn't find it, he settled for booze.

Confusion About Nicotine May Stop Smokers From Kicking The Habit (Medical News Today)

Over two thirds of smokers incorrectly believe that nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) products, like NiQuitin, are just as harmful as cigarettes, and this misconception may even be stopping them from getting the support they need to give up smoking.

Drugs in Orange County are an issue but not a new problem (The Orange Leader)

Although there was a recent large drug bust of about 84 pounds of ecstacy on Interstate 10, the drug trends in Orange County continue to be the same with crack cocaine and methamphetamine being the most sought after by drug addicts.