Columbus Dispatch Omits Key Facts on Drug Testing for Welfare Recipients
Columbus Dispatch Omits Key Facts On Drug Testing For Welfare Recipients
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They recommended that resources be allocated towards better training for government workers to detect signs of substance abuse and mental disorders, as well as to greater assistance and treatment to those who need help. In addition, mandatory drug …
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Biological Aspects of Postpartum Depression
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The emphasis has historically been on psychosocial aspects, such as a personal history of psychiatric illness (previous PPD being a highly significant risk factor), low socioeconomic status, low level of education, alcohol and drug abuse, and low …
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Children Vulnerable To Disaster-Related Stress
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Children ages 5 to 11 may exhibit increased irritability, aggression, and competition with their siblings for parental attention. Some become preoccupied with the disaster and want to talk about it continually. … They may engage in risk-taking …
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New study reveals the 7 best ways to keep your teens from drinking
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Diving into the latest data about alcohol use by 12 to 17-year-olds reveals the seven habits of parents whose kids don't drink or drink far less frequently than others. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) released the …
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