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Trenton Health Team wins .2 million grant for substance abuse screening …
TRENTON — Five city health clinics will soon begin screening patients for drug and alcohol problems thanks to a $ 5.2 million state grant received by the Trenton Health Team, the organization announced today. “If you go to a substance abuse center, you … Read more on The Star-Ledger – NJ.com

Combination of drug abuse, mental illness creates challenge
Speaking at the Mental Health Advisory Committee Monday afternoon, Cutrell said there are not enough services for the population of people with dual diagnoses of mental health and substance abuse. "It's a dearth of available services," Cutrell said. Read more on The Sun

How to Talk to Your Kids About OTC Drug Abuse
It's the abuse of over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. Misuse of OTC drugs can also lead to serious health consequences and physical and psychological addiction. A 2012 study out of the University of Cincinnati showed that 10 percent of 7-12th grade students … Read more on Care2.com    Read more...

Question by Ashleigh: How can i get my druggie friend to lay off pot?
He’s 13 and he does drugs ALOT and he thinks he’s gonna die soon i rly care about him (as more than a friend) and don’t want anything bad to happen to him but he’s so frickin stubborn

Best answer:

Answer by Mohammed Khalaf
Your friend may be taking drugs as a symptom of a larger problem. He may be depressed or have mental health issues. He may be taking drugs to deal with this problem because in his state of mind he may not see any other option. I think this is probable, especially if his reason is because he does not have enough strength and sees no other solution.    Read more...

ABC substance abuse grant program to grow
One current recipient is InnerVision, which operates within the shadows of Time Warner Cable Arena and the Transportation Center on East Fourth Street, providing daily counseling for clients who have substance abuse and mental health issues. “Medicaid … Read more on Charlotte Observer

Health Check: Substance abuse recovery center collaborates with Y
It's a small house you might not notice as you're headed down the road to the Kent County YMCA in Warwick. But inside this home that once belong to the Y, big things are happening. It is now the home of Rhode Island's second Anchor Recovery Community … Read more on Turn to 10

UW Higher Education Mental Health, Substance Abuse Summit March 27-28
Mental health, substance use and abuse and other health conditions will be the focus of the University of Wyoming's sixth annual Higher Education Mental Health and Substance Abuse Summit March 27-28 in Laramie. The summit, sponsored by the UW … Read more on University of Wyoming News    Read more...

Prescription drug abuse a target for Mass. lawmakers
“Prescription drug abuse threatens families in Massachusetts and across the country with no regard for income, education, or political party,” Markey said in a press release. “Congress needs to step up and take action to help fight the epidemic of … Read more on Bostonglobe

UW Higher Education Mental Health, Substance Abuse Summit March 27-28
“Mental health, suicide and substance abuse are topics that affect people throughout the lifespan," says Lena Newlin, UW Alcohol Wellness Alternatives, Research and Education (AWARE) Program coordinator. “These issues are particularly relevant with … Read more on University of Wyoming News

Health education student responds to editorial on drug abuse
Thank you for your submission in the new Golden Gate Xpress. I am currently interning for the SF AIDS Foundation's syringe access services. I am a health education major and a huge proponent of harm reduction services, such as needle exchanges. One of … Read more on Golden Gate Xpress    Read more...

WVa bill looks to study prescription drug abuse – San Francisco Chronicle

WVa bill looks to study prescription drug abuse San Francisco Chronicle CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — A proposal to set up a special team to study prescription drug overdoses is working its way through the West Virginia Senate. The bill was approved unanimously by the Government Organization Committee on Tuesday. It would … and more »

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Military substance abuse research progresses, doctor says – Air Force Link

Military substance abuse research progresses, doctor says Air Force Link Kilpatrick, who spent 25 years as a Navy physician, outlined some of the research that looks promising for those who battle substance abuse in addition to mental health issues. His years of research and clinical care made him realize that "the more we … and more »

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Question by Hello™: What song should I use for this short film?
I have to make a short film for school about “teenage substance abuse”. It’s a fictional movie where a guy overdoses and I need a song that either sounds really sad, or has lyrics slightly relevant to the topic.

Best answer:

Answer by GOD
The Verve – Drugs Don’t Work!

All this talk of getting old
It’s getting me down my love
Like a cat in a bag, waiting to drown
This time I’m comin’ down

And I hope you’re thinking of me
As you lay down on your side
Now the drugs don’t work
They just make you worse
But I know I’ll see your face again

Now the drugs don’t work
They just make you worse
But I know I’ll see your face again    Read more...