Public Attitudes and Policy Toward Drug Addiction Shift From ‘War on Drugs’ to Focus on Treatment
Public attitudes and policy toward drug addiction shift from ‘War on Drugs’ to focus on treatment
Ten years ago, Jack Kelly was a recovering heroin addict in his 20s, working as an ironworker. “I didn’t openly tell people on the job I was a heroin addict in recovery. I didn’t… Continue reading
Urges Parents to Take Active Role in Teen Prescription Drug Misuse and Abuse
Urges parents to take active role in teen prescription drug misuse and abuse
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Iowa is not immune to this trend. Improper use of prescription medicines is the fastest-growing form of substance abuse in Iowa. During the last decade, the number of Iowans… Continue reading
Supporters Fight to Keep Local Drug Rehab Center Open
Supporters Fight to Keep Local Drug Rehab Center Open – DAYTON — Budget cuts are forcing a federally funded drug rehab center in the Miami Valley to close its doors. The Center for Alcoholism and Drug Addiction S…
Ma'lik Richmond's Attorney Plans To Appeal Steubenville Decision Because “His… Continue reading
Georgia Lawmakers Debate Easing Gun Laws for Those Treated for Mental …
Georgia Lawmakers Debate Easing Gun Laws For Those Treated For Mental …
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Judges in Georgia now have discretion over whether to grant a license to carry a weapon to anyone who has received inpatient treatment at a mental hospital or substance abuse treatment center… Continue reading
Teens Addicted to Prescription Drugs
Teens Addicted to Prescription Drugs – In this clip from the Hazelden video “Prescription Drug Abuse: A Prevention Video,” teens discuss their addictions to prescription drugs and over-the-counter drugs. The clip discusses addictive prescription drugs and the negative effects, including how abuse can affect developing bodies and brain. To… Continue reading
Exclusive Interview: Pine Grove Treatment Center on Prescription Drug Abuse …
Exclusive Interview: Pine Grove Treatment Center on Prescription Drug Abuse …
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The latest report by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) suggests prescription drug misuse is still one of the biggest health concerns in the U.S., affecting approximately 22 million Americans… Continue reading
Prescription Painkillers Mixed With Alcohol: A Deadly Mix
Prescription Painkillers Mixed With Alcohol: A Deadly Mix
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Additionally, high schools and colleges across our nation need to be aware of this growing threat and the need to educate students about the dangers of prescription drug misuse along with excessive drinking and illegal drug… Continue reading
DRUGS in DEDHAM: Police Fighting Back but Overwhelmed
DRUGS IN DEDHAM: Police fighting back but overwhelmed
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Editor's Note: This is the first article in a three-part series on drug addiction in Dedham. Other articles in … Drug addiction is also responsible for countless robberies in town, according to Dedham Police detectives Robert… Continue reading