abuse prevention

Teen Prescription Drug Abuse: One Mom's Struggle

Teen prescription drug abuse: One Mom's Struggle

Filed under: signs of drug addiction

We don't think it can happen to our kids, so we say little, miss early warning signs and fumble opportunities to educate and protect our kids. During October and November, the Healthy Kids blog will look at this issue through the stories of former teen …
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Expert advice on dealing with prescription drug abuse in teens

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Red Ribbon Week: GBC Students Oppose Substance Abuse

Red Ribbon Week: GBC students oppose substance abuse

Filed under: drug abuse prevention

ELKO — College campuses nationwide have a reputation for alcohol abuse. Great Basin College students this week are taking a stance against that. National Substance Abuse Prevention Month continues this week with Red Ribbon Week at Great Basin …
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Hundreds walk away from drugs

Filed under: drug abuse prevention

Walker Christine Weidemann said she hoped passersby would see the procession and get involved in drug abuse prevention efforts, because she's seen what happens when someone heads down that path. “There's never a happy ending with drugs,” …
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How Much $(Avg) Does a Month Cost for Inpatient Treatment for Alcohol/drug Dependency Programs?

Question by duppypog: How much $ (avg) does a month cost for inpatient treatment for alcohol/drug dependency programs?
I have finally made the long overdue decision to seek help for my addiction. Thus far, I’ve officially inquired about only 1 facility, after checking my insurance, they said it didn’t cover much and pretty much said good luck. I know that my insurance covers up to 7,800 for IP chemical dependency, is that not a lot to work with? I don’t need super fancy, but would like to find one w/ a good reputation that is also somewhat aesthetically pleasing. Are there any organizations that are able to point me in the right direction of prospective treatment centers that best suite my needs, financially and mentally. Due to the severity, AA meetings and/or OP treatment would not be enough initally. I need a complete change of environment and lifestyle. Also, I know that I’ve got other psychological issues to deal with and just quitting won’t be enough, but am aware that it is forefront. Do they even have concurrent programs of that nature? Help, I need a treatment center match-maker!
Thanks everyone. I like the idea of going out of the country but that may be a bit unrealistic for myself. I can’t afford that and I doubt that’s part of the out of network provision. My insurance is through an airline so ya never, but I doubt it.
I will have to google Narconon b/c I have no idea what that is. I’m going to check out the intervention sight and ironically that’s what made me think of a treatment matchmaker. I really thought that admitting this shameful, embarrassing defect would be the toughest part, but I was wrong. I just cannot bare the thought of asking my recently retired parents to spend such a significant amount of money for something that is not even guaranteed. Also, they say those closest usually know and I believe they do to a certain degree but I’ve gone to extraordinary length to hide this. My parents would be so embarrassed and ashamed of me, so I would rather not get them involved.

Rev. Martineu to Lead Drug Abuse Task Force

Rev. Martineu to lead Drug Abuse Task Force

Filed under: drug abuse symptoms

Port Jervis Police Chief Bill Worden introduced the Rev. Robin Martineau of Wickham Methodist Church as leader of the new Port Jervis Drug Abuse Task Force at this week's meeting of Citizens for Our Healthy Community. Worden said Martineau will be the …
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Drug Coalition teams up with law enforcement to educate community on rise of

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Are These Symptoms of Drug Abuse?

Question by sXe: Are these symptoms of drug abuse?
Restricted pupils, glassy eyes, scratching, can’t sit still, and everything is done in a rammy hurried fashion. If so, what kind of drugs would cause these symptoms?

Best answer:

Answer by lollocoptor
When it comes to drug use, one of the most common symptoms is pupil dilation. However, the real thing to look for is a change from the normal, which could definitely include restricted pupils. All the other symptoms you gave are good indicators of drug use, and the scratching is a cardinal sign of methamphetamine.

Cortlandt, Mount Kisco Drug Abuse Programs Get Federal Grants

Cortlandt, Mount Kisco drug abuse programs get federal grants

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Drug and alcohol abuse prevention groups in Mount Kisco and Cortlandt have each received a $ 125,000 federal grant organizers say will help fund a slew of educational programs aimed at combating substance abuse in children and teenagers. The Westchester …
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Prescription drug abuse a problem

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