In Jefferson New Group, JTEAM, Combats Drug Abuse

In Jefferson new group, JTEAM, combats drug abuse

Filed under: teen drug abuse help

There's a misconception that drug use is just a phase or rite of passage. The fact is that addiction is a lifelong struggle that often begins in the teen years." Founded in the late fall, the group works with other municipal organizations to provide …
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Tackling drug abuse in teens: Organization passes out free home drug test kits

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A local organization passed out free home drug test kits in San Tan Valley the day before many people celebrated drug use. Debbie Moak is the founder of Arizona based notMYkid.org, a nonprofit that focuses on preventing the devastation of teen addiction.
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Medical students improve teen interviewing skills with help from young actors

Filed under: teen drug abuse help

Some played teenagers with drug abuse issues, others were suicidal or depressed, and some were pregnant or had body issues. Chamberlain Schultz, a junior at the school, played Amber Valentine, a student suffering from depression who is suicidal.
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Prescription Drug Abuse – Akron Children’s Hospital video – One in five teens has abused a prescription pain medication, according to the Partnership for a Drug Free America. In this Children’s Channel video podcast, Laura Markley, MD, a pediatric psychiatr…

 

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