NYU Researchers Examine Whether Reasons For Smoking Marijuana Are …
Palamar warns that this does not mean that experimenting with marijuana within itself is protective against other drug use. Rather—among recent marijuana users, those who say they're merely just trying it are often at low risk for moving on to other … Read more on The Weed Blog (blog)

ATS catch: 151 kg Meow Meow seized from Oshiwara apartment | The Indian …
Four persons were arrested, and the agency is now probing if the banned substance was meant for pubs and nightclubs in the area. The last big seizure was the one made by the Mumbai Police Crime Branch in March this year when 114 … seized — some part … Read more on The Indian Express

Coalition hosts party to counter substance abuse
The event was meant to educate Hispanic youth about the dangers of smoking and drug abuse. Kids learned about the pitfalls of smoking from a vendor who displayed life like models of a cancerous lung, teeth, and tongue. Before they were given a chance … Read more on Sussex Countian

'The talk' goes beyond birds and bees to buds and drugs
The National Institute on Drug Abuse has a lot of helpful information for parents. I recommend starting … This also means that it is OK to have predictable rewards/privileges and/or consequences based on how the teen is able to meet these clear … Read more on Statesman Journal

Gloucester's New ANGEL Initiative Has Provided 21 Drug Users With Treatment
GLOUCESTER (CBS) — Gloucester's newest attempt to reduce drug abuse has only been in effect since June 1, and it has already had outstanding results. The program, called The ANGEL Initiative, allows drug users to turn over their drugs to police … Read more on CBS Local

Report: Drug overdose death rates increase in 26 states
Education for physicians about "overprescribing medication" and the dangers of prescribing opioids is just as important as educating consumers or those at risk of developing addiction, said Robert Lubran, a division director at the Substance Abuse and … Read more on USA TODAY

Rehab centres need an accreditation fix
As many individuals and families have learned the hard way, addiction treatment programs are not created equal. There are no mandatory regulations or provincial standards that facilities or their employees must adhere to; it is a buyer beware environment. Read more on The Globe and Mail

Rick Scott Signs HB 21 Substance Abuse Services into Law, Sober Living …
Harbor Village Detox is a drug and alcohol addiction treatment center offering Miami-Dade rehab and recovery services. The addiction treatment facility welcomes the voluntary certification legislation. They believe the distinction is important to root … Read more on PR Web (press release)

Phoenix House director, addict-turned-advocate, honored for helping others …
He received treatment for substance abuse and was placed in recovery at Phoenix House. He became a certified drug counselor in 1985 and again in 1994 before becoming the executive director of Phoenix House. Phoenix House serves 40 recovering … Read more on Tuscaloosa News (subscription)

A painful problem: Haywood teams up to fight prescription drug abuse
Recently recovered from rotator cuff surgery, Haywood County Sheriff Greg Christopher hasn't popped a single prescription pain pill since the operation. Instead, he's been using a combination of ibuprofen and acetaminophen, over-the-counter … She was … Read more on Smoky Mountain News

They're fighting to end Rx drug abuse
Hughes Melton said a major problem with prescription drug abuse is co-prescribing benzodiazepines with opioids. Opioids are medications used to treat pain and include hydrocodone, oxycodone, morphine, codeine, and related drugs. Benzodiazepines, like … Read more on Bristol Herald Courier (press release) (blog)

Opioid crisis: State targets drug abuse problem
Deval Patrick signed a law reforming insurance policy and creating new reporting requirements related to substance abuse. The law requires insurers to pay for 14 days of inpatient care for acute treatment for addiction without prior authorization. It … Read more on MassLive.com

Substance Abuse Treatment Market – Global Segments And Forecast 2020
There has been an increase in the use and abuse of the substances such as alcohol, drugs, and cigarettes. Substance abuse is defined as harmful use of these substances in order to alter the mood. Generally, substance abuse is referred to the use of … Read more on Medgadget.com (blog)

Our View: Reconciliation is next step
But there was more: "deprivation of the love and guidance of his parents and siblings;" "loss of his aboriginal language and culture and his family roots;" "post traumatic stress disorder;" "alcohol and drug abuse and addiction" among others. The Truth … Read more on Nanaimo Daily News

IDEA receives tentative approval amidst budget concerns
At its June 1 meeting, the School Committee faced off against this year's school budget, even though, as of the meeting it had yet to be presented to the public. There was speculation on what would be included in the budget, but specifics of the budget … Read more on Wicked Local Malden

Upcoming York Library events
Please bring poems to share, either your own or favorite poems by someone else, at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 17. The prompt for June … A documentary that provides an intimate look at the often hidden world of prescription drug addiction. Discussion … Read more on Seacoastonline.com

UM graduate profile: After drugs and jail, Jason Hanlon found calling in …
To cope, Hanlon turned to drugs and alcohol. He'd abused substances since he was 12, and after his dad passed away, his life spiraled out of control. "I was just really lost in the world and didn't have any kind of direction," Hanlon said. He did meth … Read more on The Missoulian

New Boise drug detox center gives hope for recovery
BOISE – Prescription drug abuse is becoming more prevalent in our country and right here in the Treasure Valley. Many times, that progresses to the use of cocaine and heroin. A new Boise recovery center is opening in Boise to care for those suffering … Read more on KTVB

LCCC unveils drug counseling center
Speaking at the dedication of the Caring Advocates for Recovery Education Center, the Lorain County Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services counselor joked that when LCADA President Tom Stuber says jump, Kestler's response is, “How high?” “And, speaking of … Read more on Chronicle-Telegram