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Reckitt Loses U.S. Bid to Block Generic Heroin Addict Drug

Source: Reuters | Posted on February 25, 2013

U.S. regulators approved two generic versions of Reckitt Benckiser’s heroin addiction drug and rejected its bid to block rival products on the grounds that stricter packaging rules were needed to protect children. The British consumer health goods company’s pharmaceuticals division makes most of its profit from Suboxone, a treatment containing… continue reading »

U.S. regulators approved two generic versions of Reckitt Benckiser’s heroin addiction drug and rejected its bid to block rival products on the grounds that stricter packaging rules were needed to protect children. The British consumer health goods company’s pharmaceuticals division makes most of its profit from Suboxone, a treatment containing buprenorphine that helps people addicted to opiates cope with ceasing to take them.

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Amy Winehouse’s Father Opens Up About Singer’s Drug, Alcohol Abuse

Source: ABC News | Posted on June 26, 2012

Amy Winehouse’s father blames his daughter’s downward spiral on her ex-husband, Blake Fielder-Civil, the muse for the late British singer’s breakthrough album, “Back to Black.” Amy Winehouse, whose “Back to Black” album earned her five Grammys in 2008, died of alcohol poisoning last July — an accidental end to a… continue reading »

Amy Winehouse’s father blames his daughter’s downward spiral on her ex-husband, Blake Fielder-Civil, the muse for the late British singer’s breakthrough album, “Back to Black.” Amy Winehouse, whose “Back to Black” album earned her five Grammys in 2008, died of alcohol poisoning last July — an accidental end to a brutal road of heroin and alcohol addiction. She was 27.

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National Drug Survey Shows Big Drop in Methamphetamine Use

Source: USA Today | Posted on September 9, 2011

Drug use among college-age adults is increasing, driven largely by an increase marijuana use, a national drug-use survey has found.

Drug use among college-age adults is increasing, driven largely by an increase marijuana use, a national drug-use survey has found.

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The New Face of Heroin Addiction

Source: King5 | Posted on August 4, 2011

Dean Shumway died of a heroin overdose just before his 19th birthday. He did not fit the stereotype of a heroin addict, down on his luck and homeless–but perhaps Dean does represent what’s becoming the new face of heroin addiction: white middle class teenager.

Dean Shumway died of a heroin overdose just before his 19th birthday. He did not fit the stereotype of a heroin addict, down on his luck and homeless–but perhaps Dean does represent what’s becoming the new face of heroin addiction: white middle class teenager.

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Helpful Links

Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator – sponsored by SAMHSA

Posted on February 2, 2010

Looking for drug treatment programs and alcohol abuse treatment programs? Find the right drug abuse treatment program or alcohol abuse treatment program with the Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator, sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).

Looking for drug treatment programs and alcohol abuse treatment programs? Find the right drug abuse treatment program or alcohol abuse treatment program with the Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator, sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).

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The Texas Youth Commission – A World of Prevention

Posted on February 2, 2010

A World of Prevention is a searchable directory of resources dedicated to the prevention of child and adolescent problems and the promotion of youth development in families, schools and communities. A World of Prevention offers links to online resources, including the best available prevention material, programs, research reports, articles and… continue reading »

A World of Prevention is a searchable directory of resources dedicated to the prevention of child and adolescent problems and the promotion of youth development in families, schools and communities. A World of Prevention offers links to online resources, including the best available prevention material, programs, research reports, articles and books.

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National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information

Posted on February 2, 2010

The SAMHSA Health Information Network (SHIN) includes the National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information (NCADI) and the National Mental Health Information Center (NMHIC). SHIN connects the behavioral health workforce and the general public to the latest information on the prevention and treatment of mental and substance use disorders.

The SAMHSA Health Information Network (SHIN) includes the National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information (NCADI) and the National Mental Health Information Center (NMHIC). SHIN connects the behavioral health workforce and the general public to the latest information on the prevention and treatment of mental and substance use disorders.

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Preventing Drug Use Among Children and Adolescents

Posted on February 2, 2010

This In Brief Web edition provides highlights from the Preventing Drug Use among Children and Adolescents: A Research-Based Guide for Parents, Educators, and Community Leaders, Second Edition booklet. It presents the updated prevention principles, an overview of program planning, and critical first steps for those learning about prevention. Thus, this shortened edition… continue reading »

This In Brief Web edition provides highlights from the Preventing Drug Use among Children and Adolescents: A Research-Based Guide for Parents, Educators, and Community Leaders, Second Edition booklet. It presents the updated prevention principles, an overview of program planning, and critical first steps for those learning about prevention. Thus, this shortened edition can serve as an introduction to research-based prevention for those new to the field of drug abuse prevention. Selected resources and references are also provided. The In Brief publication and the complete second edition can also be downloaded here.

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Programs

Time To Act – An Intervention Guide

Time To Act – An Intervention Guide

Time To Act! helps parents who suspect or know their teen is experimenting with alcohol or drugs take the next steps to help their child.

Time to Talk

Time to Talk

Kids who report learning a lot about the risks of drugs from their parents are up to 50% less likely to use. Time To Talk helps parents have frequent, positive conversations with their children.

The Parent Toolkit

The Parent Toolkit

Advice by age—from preschool to college age kids—to help parents connect, protect, or take action if teens are using drugs or drinking.

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Resources

Chart of Commonly Abused Drugs

Posted on March 3, 2010

Learn the facts to keep your teen safe. This guide/chart contains images, formal names and slang, how it is used, the dangers, signs of abuse and what you should know to keep your child safe.

Learn the facts to keep your teen safe. This guide/chart contains images, formal names and slang, how it is used, the dangers, signs of abuse and what you should know to keep your child safe.

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Treatment eBook – How to find the right help for your child with an alcohol or drug problem

Posted on February 16, 2010

Featured Content: What is substance abuse treatment? How do I find the right treatment for my child? How do I pay for treatment? How do I get my child to start treatment? What can I do to cope better?

Featured Content:

  • What is substance abuse treatment?
  • How do I find the right treatment for my child?
  • How do I pay for treatment?
  • How do I get my child to start treatment?
  • What can I do to cope better?

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