2012 Documentary Trailer Release: “The Prescription Drug Epidemic”A Coalitions Story
2012 Documentary trailer release: “The Prescription Drug Epidemic”A Coalitions Story – Appalachian Substance Abuse Coalition’s documentary trailer: “Prescription Drug Epidemic” A Coalitions Journey”. ASAC began in 2001 as a community response to the hundreds of prescription drug deaths that led to family destruction, economic decline, higher than state average crime rates and many other social problems. Watch their pioneering strategies in the ares of substance abuse prevention, treatment and recovery which have led to significant reductions in the associated death rates. The free documentary is available with a booklet to facilitate discussion with various populations such as coalitions, physicians, patients, employers, employees, students, parents, faith-based organizations and the general public. ASAC serves the Virginia Counties of Buchanan, Dickenson, Lee, Russell, Scott, Tazewell, Washington, Wise & the City of Norton. Contact Lori-Gates-Addison, LCSW, PS at…. [email protected] for your FREE copy. The project was funded by a grant through the Virginia Office of the Attorney General. For more information on substance abuse prevention, treatment and recovery resources in Southwest VA, go to the ASAC web site at www.StopSubstanceAbuse.com and join over 1700 fans on the “ASAC Coalition” Facebook page. Request a FREE documentary to help your community!
BORN ADDICTED: Increasing number of babies hooked on drugs
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Dreyzehner said the problem of prescription drug abuse in Tennessee is attributable to a number of issues, including that Tennessee physicians have “gone overboard in the treatment of chronic, benign pain.” He pointed to a recent TDH Substance Database …
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For people with serious mental illness, NJ offers controversial, court …
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Since November, a team at the Mental Health Association of Essex County has found him a place to live, arranged his therapy, prescribed his medication, and will help him find a job. A college graduate who studied computer science, he was diagnosed with …
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Prevention efforts focused on youth reduce prescription abuse into adulthood
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“Prescription medications are beneficial when used as prescribed to treat pain, anxiety, or ADHD,” said NIDA Director Dr. Nora D. Volkow. “However, their abuse can have serious consequences, including addiction or … Prescription drug abuse — taking …
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