Drug Abuse

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Question by drokk: How can I get something exponged from my criminal record?
I haven’t been conviction free since then but I have been through a “drug treatment” court which has proven I have been clean and the main thing I would like exponged is a misdemeanor possesion of a controlled substance conviction that is 6 years old.No new chrages in 3 years.

Best answer:

Answer by jonnyshoehorn
get yourself a good lawyer

Answer by charlsyeh
you will have to hire an atty. and go to court. it sounds as if you deserve the break

How to End Problematic Drug Use ; What Works and Why ? – What is the latest research on substance use treatment? What works and what doesn’t? And how can you tell the difference? What are the best treatments that y…

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Tiverton student alcohol, drug use ranked
There is no question that in Tiverton, and in all of Rhode Island, a lot of students use alcohol, tobacco and illegal drugs, said Rebecca Elwell, who works in the high school. “Rhode Island is a state where youth substance use is very high,” Elwell …
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Getting control of substance abuse – Virginia Gazette

Getting control of substance abuse Virginia Gazette According to the Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration, SBIRT is a comprehensive, integrated, public health approach to the delivery of early intervention and treatment services for persons with substance use disorders, as well as …

Drug Abuse – Google News

Adena awarded grant to fight prescription drug abuse – The Pike County Daily

Adena awarded grant to fight prescription drug abuse The Pike County Daily CHILLICOTHE — Adena Health System has been awarded a $ 13,567 grant from the Cardinal Health Foundation's Prescription Drug Abuse and Misuse Prevention Grant Program. Cardinal Health Foundation has awarded more than $ 350,000 to 26 non-profit … and more »

Drug Abuse – Google News

Shadid Divorce Records Claim Drug Use, Abusive Behavior – news9.com KWTV    Read more...

Question by Lee: what are the indirect and direct cost of substance abuse to society at large?
Also, what are some solutions to this problem?

Ex of indirect: who’s impacted by drug abuse?
how do these consequences impact our nation as a whole?

ex of direct: what are possible solutions to our nations drug problems?
who would be impacted by these solutions?

how does this problem have both economic and social consequences?
what are some solutions to the drug abuse problem in america?

thank you for your help!

Best answer:

Answer by Doug Powers
Human beings are the only species that support, and even encourage, the sick, weak and stupid at the expense of the innocent.

All of society is impacted by drug abuse… The abuser and his family are generally destroyed, the neighbors and friends have had to deal with theft and violence, and the community has had to pay the bill through increased taxes and decreased personal liberties.    Read more...

Macon doctor travels to White House with new strategy in war on substance abuse
The three-pronged approach of screening, brief intervention and referral to treatment, or SBIRT, is designed to identity unhealthy alcohol and drug use before serious addiction problems fester. Dr. Paul Seale, of Macon, who spearheaded the local …
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Jang's execution leaves China in delicate position
His execution on a myriad of charges from treason to drug abuse further diminishes China's narrow influence on the government of the younger Kim. Despite being North Korea's only significant ally and a crucial source of trade and aid, Beijing has been …
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Five-minute intervention can help patients with substance and behavioral …
Millions of patients seek treatment in emergency departments (ED) each year for substance use and behavioral disorders. Hospitals and primary care facilities have limited capacity to treat these patients, who often are poor, uninsured, and sick. Adult …
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Today's take: Addressing teen substance abuse requires thoughtful approach
Substance abuse can affect any family, even the ones with strong values and drug-proofing activities to keep the house substance free. But reality is that substance abuse can affect any adult or child. The problems can range from weekend …
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Discovery Bay teenage drinking and drug taking – communication the key
Last week I covered the concerns of Discovery Bay parents and residents published in the DB magazine "Around DB” about teenage drug and alcohol use in the Lantau community. KELY Support Group, which helps with education and prevention, asked …
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Group addressing teen substance use continues struggle with VYFS
The volunteer group working to tackle teen substance abuse on Vashon is again in conflict with Vashon Youth & Family Services, and this time the dispute is leading some to worry that the VYFS PlaySpace is at risk. The two groups met Monday evening with …
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