Drug Abuse

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Guest Column : We must reduce stigma with substance abuse
A few weeks back I wrote a column comparing the negative effects of marijuana and alcohol. Citing empirical evidence, I concluded that marijuana is safer than alcohol. Apparently, my comments were mistakenly interpreted by some readers to mean that, …
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Protecting Youths Against Substance Abuse
Fairfax County's Unified Prevention Coalition sponsored a forum on the effects of substance abuse on the county's middle and high school children. The resource fair and panel discussion was led by parents, young adults and professionals from the …
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An issue that will be back [commentary]
Legalization of marijuana (or any other social intoxicant) doesn't change the health effects of substance abuse, but it does tend to shift the problem away from the criminal justice system. Unfortunately, it doesn't shift it anywhere that's better …
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Drug use on rise among Fairfax teens, survey finds
The use of illicit drugs, the abuse of prescription medication and the incidence of depression have increased among Fairfax County teenagers, according to the results of an annual survey. The Fairfax County Youth Survey found, however, that fewer …
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More states focusing on prescription drug problem
Avi Israel has been a frequent and vocal advocate since 2011 for tackling the growing problem of prescription drug abuse, including testimony in 2012 before the U.S. Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control. His advocacy helped lead to New York …
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Signs of Drug Abuse In Teenagers – British Sign Language –

NIDA's drug abuse information for teens goes mobile
Teens — and adults who care for them — can now find answers to questions about drug abuse and addiction more easily, and through smartphones and tablets. Spanish language versions of easy to understand resources on drug abuse and addiction are …
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Drug use on rise among Fairfax teens, survey finds
The use of illicit drugs, the abuse of prescription medication and the incidence of depression have increased among Fairfax County teenagers, according to the results of an annual survey. The Fairfax County Youth Survey found, however, that fewer …
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Prescription drug abuse dangerous, even fatal
But a recent report from a national nonprofit group shows prescription drugs, particularly painkillers, cause more fatal overdoses than heroin and cocaine combined. And their use is pervasive all over the country, including Connecticut. The continued …
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Drug use on rise among Fairfax teens, survey finds
The use of illicit drugs, the abuse of prescription medication and the incidence of depression have increased among Fairfax County teenagers, according to the results of an annual survey. The Fairfax County Youth Survey found, however, that fewer …
Read more on Washington Post

Question by Freedom of Speech: What are the specific ways that homosexual marriages would ruin family values?

(I can’t think of how my family would be adversely affected by two homosexuals getting married.)

Best answer:

Answer by Gracie
It’s against what the bible teaches.

***** To Michael K below: yes, we all sin, but as Christians we’re forgiven.

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Drug use on rise among Fairfax teens, survey finds
The use of illicit drugs, the abuse of prescription medication and the incidence of depression have increased among Fairfax County teenagers, according to the results of an annual survey. The Fairfax County Youth Survey found, however, that fewer … Read more on Washington Post

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Drug use on rise among Fairfax teens, survey finds
The use of illicit drugs, the abuse of prescription medication and the incidence of depression have increased among Fairfax County teenagers, according to the results of an annual survey. The Fairfax County Youth Survey found, however, that fewer … Read more on Washington Post

Prescription pill abuse dropping among Kentucky youth
Prescription drug abuse in teens: Recovering addicts and the president of The Healing Place in Louisville discuss prescription drug abuse among teens. Written by. Laura Ungar. The Courier-Journal. Filed Under. News · Local News · Steve Beshear · Jcps. Read more on The Courier-Journal

Federal Grants to Prevent Substance Abuse by Frenchtown Teens
The goals of the Frenchtown Community Coalition include strengthening community collaboration to prevent and reduce substance abuse among youth and to address community factors that increase the risk of substance abuse, along with promoting factors … Read more on Newstalkkgvo    Read more...