The $350 million research project aims to find a way to reduce opioid deaths by 40% within 3 years.
Tag: addiction prevention
Tips for Talking with Teens about Drugs and Alcohol
Your teen won’t always behave as you expect. Learn what messages are important … before they make the important choices for themselves.
Teen Drug Use Drops In Ohio
A local prevention expert credits greater awareness, media attention and personal tragedies for the decrease. There’s some good news out of Ohio, as a new survey indicates teen prescription painkiller and heroin use are on the decline. According to the Cincinnati Enquirer, the numbers come from a survey administered every two years by PreventionFirst, a… Continue reading Teen Drug Use Drops In Ohio
Addiction, Autism, and Sensory Integration
Neurodiversity and A Changing World Previously, I wrote about the intricacies I learned about neurodiversity from my granddaughter, Alexandra. When she was very young, we noticed how certain fabrics bothered her. She had difficulty smiling, responding to her name when called and was otherwise distracted. She appeared distant, lost in a far- away land. After… Continue reading Addiction, Autism, and Sensory Integration
Music Festivals | 5 Tips to Reduce Drug Harm & Stay Safe
ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Drugs and alcohol are part of festivals. This article presents five practical tips to reduce risk of harm, injury, or overdose. ESTIMATED READING TIME: Less than 10 minutes. Table of Contents: Why People Use Popular Drugs Tip #1 – Know The Landscape Tip #2 – Educate Yourself Tip #3 – Drink Water… Continue reading Music Festivals | 5 Tips to Reduce Drug Harm & Stay Safe
