Addictions – recognizing symptoms (Health Q 024)
Addictions – recognizing symptoms (Health Q 024) – Are you concerned that you, or someone in your life may have a problem with alcohol or drugs? Recognizing symptoms of substance abuse. Questions to ask and how to seek help. By Declan Conway, RN Addictions and Concurrent Disorders Centre, The Credit Valley Hospital. Mississauga
Teen 'Spice' abuse a growing problem in Utah
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Local doctors say it's one they're seeing in Utah as well. The report, put out by the Drug Abuse Awareness Network, says 11,406 people went to ERs across the country in 2010 with symptoms related to synthetic marijuana use. A closer look revealed …
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Mental health 'first aid'
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CENTREVILLE — The concept of “Mental Health First Aid” has taken on new relevance as the nation confronts the aftermath of last week's tragedy in Connecticut, and discussion at the December Community Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services … A …
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The case for creating trauma-sensitive schools
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Despite our collective efforts, youth continue to have adverse and traumatic experiences, such as chronic child maltreatment, domestic and community violence, homelessness, natural disasters, parental substance abuse, death of a loved one, and the list …
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Santa Cruz County officials: Help available for mental illness
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"Hundreds are checking in," said Suzanne Tavano, the county's director for mental health and substance abuse services. The thrust of the campaign, she said, is that "everybody's got problems, you're not alone, and feeling better starts with reaching …
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