Chesterfield anti-substance abuse advocate resigns after DUI charge
HOPEWELL — A well-known and respected anti-substance abuse crusader has resigned his post as director of Chesterfield's SAFE program after being charged in late November with driving under the influence of alcohol in Hopewell. Glenn Wayne Frith was … Read more on The Daily Progress
Alcohol, tobacco and drug use higher in mentally ill, study shows
New research from the Washington University School of Medicine has revealed that compared with the general population, alcohol, tobacco and drug use is much higher among individuals who have psychotic disorders. This is according to a study published … Read more on Medical News Today
Chiara de Blasio reveals battle with drug, alcohol abuse, Mayor-elect says he …
In a startling revelation on Christmas Eve, Chiara de Blasio announced Tuesday that she underwent treatment for depression and drug and alcohol abuse over the past year. “My mom was trying really hard to help me, any little thing she could, and my dad … Read more on New York Daily News
Substance abuse a problem in Ridgewood
While many Ridgewood teens don't use any recreational drugs or alcohol, and many who do will leave high school unharmed by their experimentation, for some teen and young adult residents, excessive drinking and drug use has become a problem. Read more on NorthJersey.com
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