OCR Training Coordinator, 2016 With the legalization of marijuana and the increase in prescription drug abuse in Colorado, the issue of substance exposed newborns and drug endangered children continues to be in important topic for the many professionals that serve...
Marijuana
Hidden in Plain Sight
PowertotheParent.org Strengthen your detective skills as a parent. Search this teen’s room for clues that might indicate drug or alcohol use. Click on the items in the photo to learn more: http://powertotheparent.org/hidden-in-plain-sight/
LESSONS LEARNED AFTER 4 YEARS OF MARIJUANA LEGALIZATION
Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM), October 2016 In the wake of multimillion-dollar political campaigns funded with out-of-state money, Colorado and Washington voted to legalize marijuana in November 2012. Though it would take more than a year to set up retail...
Marijuana: Facts for Teens
National Institute on Drug Abuse, May 2015 Information/facts on how marijuana affects the body for teens.
Principles of Adolescent Substance Use Disorder Treatment: A Research-Based Guide
National Institute on Drug Abuse, January 2014 Evidence-Based Approaches to Treating Adolescent Substance Use Disorders: Research evidence supports the effectiveness of various substance abuse treatment approaches for adolescents. Examples of specific evidence-based...
Teen’s Summer: More Freedom, More Relaxation, More Risks
Tiverton Prevention Coalotion, June 2016 Coalition News is a free e-newsletter published monthly by The Coalition to keep the community informed about prevention initiatives in Tiverton. We'll keep you up to date about underage alcohol and substance abuse in Tiverton,...
Drug Rehab
Drug Rehab Information and answers for people fighting addiction. Their mission is to equip patients and families with the best information, resources and tools to overcome addiction and lead a lifelong recovery.
Addiction Guide
Addiction Guide Addiction Guide is your reliable source on addiction and the dangers of illicit substances. They cover how drugs and alcohol affect the body, how to identify the signs and symptoms of abuse, and where to seek effective treatment. Their mission is to...
Health Effects
Health Effects of marijuana on the body.
Bad Influence: The use of legal and illegal drugs is a growing menace on our roadways
Auto Club Group AAA, 2016 Today, impaired driving involves much more than just alcohol. It includes illegal drugs such as heroin, meth and even “bath salts.” It also includes prescription drugs, which can be abused by those with a prescription or, frequently, those...