Substance Abuse Treatments: Prescription Drug Abuse a 'Silent Epidemic' in Montana – the Billings Gazette

Prescription drug abuse a 'silent epidemic' in Montana – The Billings Gazette
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Misuse of prescription drugs is highest among young adults ages 18 to 25 – those of college age – with nearly 6 percent reporting they've used prescription drugs for nonmedical use, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. “I've heard of …
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Antwerp man faces up to 3 years in prison for violating court order
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Judge Martusewicz adjourned sentencing while Mr. Eastman participates in a prison diversion program that includes a six- or 12-month substance abuse treatment program. If he completes the program, he will be allowed to withdraw his guilty plea and …
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W.Va. prison overcrowding bill invests in drug treatment, supervision after
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This bill will address overcrowding in state prisons by investing more in substance abuse treatment and supervision upon release for those who are incarcerated, according to Cookman. “I believe that the bill is truly an example of how government can …
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