Teen Substance Abuse

Published December 13, 2013

Teen Substance Abuse
Dawn Zak, Columbia St. Mary’s, appeared on Wisconsin Tonight to talk about teen substance abuse and how parents can talk to their children about drugs.

Revealed: Alcohol and drug abuse accounts for almost one in five hospital …
A Department of Health spokeswoman said: “These figures highlight the very real harms that alcohol and illicit drugs can have on users of all ages, and the need for action not just to raise awareness and prevent substance abuse, but also to ensure that … Read more on The Independent

Demi Lovato reveals drug abuse past
The singer has admitted that during a dark period in her life she would even smuggle the drug onto aeroplanes. In an interview with Access Hollywood, the singer opened up about her past alcohol and drug abuse. The former Disney actress admitted she … Read more on Irish Independent

HSSU community partnership grant to fight HIV-AIDS, substance abuse
Harris-Stowe State University's Office of Counseling Services received a $ 802,414 grant from the Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) Center for Substance Abuse and … Read more on St. Louis American