Governor Cuomo announced the next phase of New York’s Combat Heroin campaign, which has reached more than 14 million people through social media so far. To reach an even broader audience, ten new “Real Story” videos have been posted to the state’s Combat Heroin website,...
What do you think about the idea of fining parents who condone (or don't stop) teen drinking parties in their homes? Some parents say "I'd rather they make their mistakes when they're at home than when they're away." But research shows supplying alcohol to minors actually increases,...
What parents don’t know about drugs and their children could have devastating impact, new Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation survey finds. ....
National Meth Awareness Week will be observed Sunday, November 30 through Saturday, December 6 in an effort to combat the abuse and use of methamphetamine. “Meth is powerfully addictive and can cause extreme damage to a young person’s body and brain,” explained Steve Pasierb, Partnership...
University of Michigan researchers found that teens prescribed anti-anxiety or sleep medications may be up to 12 times more likely to abuse those drugs illegally than teens who have never received a prescription, pointing to the need for increased screening and better monitoring when prescribing...
Heroin and prescription drugs are a serious problem; one that Rockland County is taking steps to counter. New research shows that two-thirds of ER visits for opioid overdoses involve prescription drugs. “Opioid overdose exacts a significant financial and health care utilization burden on the U.S. health...
Did you know? Al-Anon and Alateen are groups to help families and friends of alcoholics. Alateen is part of Al-Anon and is for young people affected by another's drinking. Members of Al-Anon/Alateen learn to live happily whether the alcoholic continues to drink or not. Click...
Did you know that recent data found that parents admit to engaging in the same dangerous driving behaviors they warn their children against, like speeding and texting while driving? Parents, check out these resources to help you be a driving role model and consider a...
It has long been known that young people who smoke marijuana early and often are more likely to have learning and mental health problems. Today's higher potency marijuana may mean that these effects are worsened. Addiction may be accelerated, and there are potentially higher risks of paranoia...
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