Educators key in preventing gang membership, drug abuse, Union County …
"Everything in education is about the future." Similarly, teachers and school staff have the chance to help prevent substance abuse before it leads to deadly overdoses, said Acting Union County Prosecutor Grace Park. "We are working day in, day out … Read more on NJ.com

Editorial: Sober minds help identify steps against substance abuse
The abuse of alcohol and other drugs tears at family and community life. And so it is good to see a community fight back, as South Hadley did last week. For much of a day, people of all ages got together in a thoughtful place — a conference center at … Read more on GazetteNET

Survey Marks ADHD Stimulant Drug Abuse by Young Adults as a Common Trait
A new survey has reported the frequent instances of stimulant drug abuse among young adults. As per the youngsters between the age of 18 and 25, these drugs help them to enhance their school performance, concentrate on studies and stay awake. Drugs … Read more on Voice Chronicle

Abuse of sleep, anti-anxiety drugs a growing issue among teenagers, study shows
Statistics on teenagers abusing stimulant drugs to get ahead in school abound, but a new study suggests another rising problem among this age group: the abuse of sleep and anti-anxiety medications. … the researchers noted that the study results may … Read more on Fox News

The facts on Ebola
Wear protective clothing (masks, gloves, impermeable gowns and goggles/face shields) if available. After any contact, wash your hands using soap and water (preferred) or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol. Use soap and … Read more on WOODTV.com

Cherokee Nation opens youth addiction facility
The Cherokee Nation celebrated Monday the construction of its $ 5 million Jack Brown Center in Tahlequah. The treatment center helps American Indian ages 13 to 18 overcome drug and alcohol addiction. It's one of only 10 centers of its kind in the … Read more on NewsOK.com

Million Abuse Treatment Center Now Open
The Cherokee Nation celebrated the grand opening of its new Jack Brown Center Monday in Tahlequah. It's a treatment center for Cherokee youth who are overcoming drug and alcohol addiction. The center is now able to serve 36 young adults and is one of … Read more on KTUL

Motorcycle crash victim warns other teens
It took months before they were able to go home from the hospital and rehab centers and even more time before they were able to walk. "Both my hands were … for causing the crash. His blood alcohol level was double the legal limit at the time of the … Read more on Lancaster Eagle Gazette

Gamblers Get Less Of A Buzz From Pleasure, Study Finds
disorders in clinical expression, brain origin, comorbidity, physiology, and treatment,” the DSM website says. But this new small study shows that it might be unique in some neurologic ways, too. … “These findings suggest the involvement of the … Read more on TIME

Google Glass user addicted to Internet
SAN DIEGO — When a 31-year-old, local Navy serviceman checked himself into a Point Loma rehabilitation program this summer, it was for an alcohol addiction. But after his doctors picked up on a peculiar tic, they started suspecting another addiction … Read more on U-T San Diego

Downstate Delaware's hidden heroin epidemic
Treatment services are sparse, requiring addicts hitch rides or drive 30 miles to counseling sessions and support group meetings. There are no …. The facility has 16 beds for young adults who get inpatient drug and alcohol treatment for up to six months. Read more on The News Journal

Lake Forest's LEAD to host prescription drug abuse summit Sept. 23
… Demtra Ashley, DEA prescription drug program manager; Chelsea Laliberte, LiveforLali.org executive director; Laura Crain, McHenry County Drug Free program coordinator; Neeva Sandhu, senior counselor for Advocate Addiction Treatment Program; and … Read more on Lake Forester

Millions of Young Adults Use Illegal Drugs, Alcohol Daily
"Far too many young adults allow substance use to jeopardize their health, well-being and futures. We must all do more to ensure that effective prevention and treatment programs are available to help young adults make the right choices." The report … Read more on International Business Times AU

Rockdale jail to start new drug treatment program
Rockdale County and the Rockdale County Sheriff's Office will receive $ 85,924 in grant money from the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council to develop a new program that will assist inmates with substance abuse issues being held in the Rockdale County … Read more on Rockdale News

Faith-based treatment program helps women regain their lives
“With individuals who have been in a place where they're addicted to drug and alcohol, it's so tempting when you're out in the world to take that turn and make that decision,” Carrie Zickefoose, community relations coordinator, said. “Volunteers and … Read more on The Elkhart Truth

Addiction and Recovery Expert Christopher Kennedy Lawford to Keynote …
Lawford is the author of the best-selling Symptoms of Withdrawal: A Memoir of Snapshots & Redemption, in which he shares his life story of drug and alcohol addiction and recovery. Lawford will draw from these personal experiences in his keynote … Read more on PR Newswire (press release)

Photo essay: Sex and drugs in an HIV-infected paradise
Rather, he supported a mix of prevention, education, treatment and law enforcement activities to help drug users recover from addiction and to discourage others from trying in the first place. President Obama signed a bill ending the 'Needle Exchange … Read more on PBS NewsHour

Troubled Teens in The Villages, FL Have New Substance Abuse Recovery Help …
A new helpline for young adults in The Villages, FL is offering options for substance abuse recovery. LIGHTNING RELEASES (6/28/2014) – Many adolescents in Sumter County have come to the realization they need help for a drug or alcohol substance … Read more on Ticker Report

Addiction recovery center opens in Atlantic County
While the club hasn't been the spot to play since it closed in 2006, it's become a place of hope for those recovering from drug and alcohol abuse. The Hope All Day Recovery Center — the first peer-to-peer facility in Atlantic County and the third in … Read more on Vineland Daily Journal

Drug Rehab McGregor Offers Substance Abuse Recovery Information for …
LIGHTNING RELEASES 06/05/14 Adolescent addiction has long been a serious issue in McGregor, FL. Countless teenagers struggle with a drug or alcohol abuse every single day. There used to be very little information was available for young adults … Read more on Ticker Report

Troubled Teens in Seffner, FL Have New Substance abuse Recovery Help Options
Finding a real recovery facility is crucially important for any young person who wants to beat substance abuse once and for all. The helpline is the perfect resource because it offers sound advice and guidance for locating the best rehab facility for … Read more on Ticker Report

Medical professionals face substance abuse in Tennessee
Perry told it's important to remember substance abuse cuts across all socioeconomic and educational backgrounds. Frontier Health has three facilities to aid in recovery. You can visit their website for more information. To reach the Tennessee Medical … Read more on WCYB