Posts Tagged ‘drug users’
Party Drug Ketamine Could Help Treat Severe Depression: Research
Party drug Ketamine could help treat severe depression: research
By Kate Kelland LONDON (Reuters) – The party drug ketamine could one day be used to help some people suffering from severe depression, according to British scientists who gave infusions of the narcotic nicknamed "special K" to patients. Researchers who tested the drug on 28 people with major depressive disorder found ketamine quickly helped relieve the condition for some – and made a number of … Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
Publix Pharmacies Join Campaign Against Prescription Drug Abuse
LAKELAND | Publix pharmacies across Florida are getting involved in a campaign against prescription drug abuse. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
Majority of Americans Want to Treat, Not Jail, Drug Users: Survey
Majority of Americans want to treat, not jail, drug users: survey
While people are still worried about the extent of drug abuse, especially in their schools and neighborhoods, those surveyed supported less harsh punishment for non-violent offenders, especially marijuana users, the Pew Research Center found. Two thirds also said they supported the growing movement among some U.S. states to back away from mandatory sentences for minor drug crimes, according to … Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
City leaders to unveil billboard campaign to fight prescription drug abuse
Cleveland City Council, Mayor Jackson and other community leaders will unveil a billboard campaign aimed at prescription drug abuse on Wednesday, April 2 at 1:30 p.m. at the corner of Carnegie and East 14th Street. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
Treating Drug Use as a Disease, Not a Crime – the Atlantic
Treating Drug Use as a Disease, Not a Crime – The Atlantic
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Treating Drug Use as a Disease, Not a Crime
The Atlantic In a survey released today by the Pew Research Center, 87 percent of people characterized drug abuse is either a "crisis" or a "serious problem" in the U.S. That number hasn't changed much in nearly twenty years. What has changed is how Americans are … Majority of Americans want to treat, not jail, drug users: survey America's New Drug Policy Landscape In drug war, Americans support treatment, not prosecution |
Campaign To Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse – KKTV 11 News
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Campaign To Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse
KKTV 11 News Drug prevention experts are trying to convince local teenagers that abusing prescription drugs can be just as bad as using cocaine and heroin. Representatives from Rise Above Colorado are working with students in East and Central High School in Pueblo. |
One Man's Addiction: The First in a Two-Part Series
One man's addiction: The first in a two-part series
Some of the people who were a part of Jared's inner circle – the drug users in his group – began using the stronger drug oxycodone, known as "oxy." He was offered it, but … After a visit with his family doctor, he was recommended for the methadone …
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First drug treatment center planned for Uintah County
… its kind in the county, has support from law enforcement, prosecutors and judges. “I would be surprised to find a family in our community that hasn't had an immediate family member or someone pretty close to them who wasn't impacted by a drug …
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2 Drug Addiction Prevention Groups to Hold Forums Tuesday – Poughkeepsie Journal
2 drug addiction prevention groups to hold forums Tuesday – Poughkeepsie Journal
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2 drug addiction prevention groups to hold forums Tuesday
Poughkeepsie Journal The educational forum will feature speakers from the nonprofit Putnam Valley-based Drug Crisis in Our Backyard, local law enforcement and a person in recovery from addiction. All Dutchess AAPS founders have had “different experiences” and “various … |
Scituate forum hears plea to battle drug addiction with love – The Patriot Ledger
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Scituate forum hears plea to battle drug addiction with love
The Patriot Ledger Perry, like others who spoke, said that eliminating the stigma that comes with addiction is the first step to solving the South Shore's drug problem. When she was using, she said, she hid on the “fringes of society,” feeling “unwanted” and “unlovable. |
2 Drug Addiction Prevention Groups to Hold Forums Tuesday – Poughkeepsie Journal
2 drug addiction prevention groups to hold forums Tuesday – Poughkeepsie Journal
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2 drug addiction prevention groups to hold forums Tuesday
Poughkeepsie Journal The educational forum will feature speakers from the nonprofit Putnam Valley-based Drug Crisis in Our Backyard, local law enforcement and a person in recovery from addiction. All Dutchess AAPS founders have had “different experiences” and “various … |
Faces of drug arrests: New anti-drug campaign shows mug shots of addicts over … – Fox News
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Faces of drug arrests: New anti-drug campaign shows mug shots of addicts over …
Fox News A new anti-drug campaign called, “More Than Meth: Faces of Drug Arrests,” is gaining national attention for its startling imagery illustrating the physical decline of drug users over time, as evidenced in their mug shots. The campaign was created by … 'Faces Of Drug Arrests' Tracks Suspects' Shocking Declines Through Mugshots … Shocking video shows the devastating physical toll drugs take Shocking images show the horrific effects of drug abuse |