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Station Drug Demand Reduction Program Wins DoD Honors Two Years Running

Station Drug Demand Reduction Program wins DoD honors two years running
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"The Substance Abuse Control Officers from the squadrons are the ones taking care of the Marines. They are the driving force of the DDRP. We work with the substance abuse counselors, Semper Fit, Single Marine Program and alcohol abuse prevention …
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SAN JACINTO: Candidates, cars at counseling center event
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The health center is a nonprofit that offers free marriage and family, crisis and some substance abuse counseling to people who couldn't otherwise afford to get help, according to Chablie Martinez, of the counseling center. The certified counselors …
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Defendant Allegedly Falsified Drug Tests of Federal Defendants in Return for
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Substance Abuse Journal: Rx Drug Abuse Up, Illicit Drug Use Wanes

Rx Drug Abuse Up, Illicit Drug Use Wanes
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These data and conclusions should be considered to be preliminary until published in a peer-reviewed journal. As abuse of prescription painkillers continues to rise, patients are using fewer illicit drugs such as cocaine, … To assess trends in abuse …
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Residents Criticize Clinic's Relocation
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By Astrid Galvan / Journal Staff Writer on Wed, Oct 17, 2012 Tweet. view comments. About 50 Southeast Heights residents who say the proposed relocation of the University of New Mexico's substance abuse clinic will bring more disruption to their already …
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RI Gov Tours State's 1st Recovery High School

RI gov tours state's 1st recovery high school
Filed under: substance abuse courses

Besides classes, the students participate in recovery meetings, volunteer in the community, receive workforce and college preparation, and learn how to coach other teenagers facing substance abuse problems. When they graduate, students at Anchor will …
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Letter: Teen substance abuse presentation was done well
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There were also video presentations: “Be the Parents” and “I Thought I Knew.” Keynote speaker Toren Volkmann spoke about his experience with substance abuse at an early age and the book he and his mother have written titled “From Binge to Blackout.
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Charlestown Substance Abuse Coalition Gets 5000 Grant for Youth Programs
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Confronting Reality: A&E's 'Intervention' Casts Light on Local Drug Problem

Confronting reality: A&E's 'Intervention' casts light on local drug problem
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ESCANABA – Substance abuse in Delta County was brought to light for many local residents during a recent episode of a popular cable television series. "Intervention," a TV series on A&E, featured an Escanaba family's intervention with their daughter …
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Amanda K. Janner, Psy.D.


Dr. Amanda Janner earned a Doctor of Psychology degree in Clinical Psychology at Florida Institute of Technology. She became a licensed psychologist in 2007 and joined Psychological Affiliates in October of 2007. Previously, she earned a Master of Science degree from the University of Florida, specializing in Exercise and Sport Psychology. Her interests include working with adolescents and adults struggling with eating disorders, poor self-image, and applied sport psychology. Dr. Janner conducts individual and couples psychotherapy and has experience treating a variety of presenting issues including alcohol and drug abuse, anxiety, and depression. She is a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) through the Department of Transportation. Dr. Janner’s primary evaluative focus is conducting psychological assessments for a variety of reasons, including: • Criminal Competency • Child Custody / Parenting Plans • Substance Abuse • Forensic • General Personality • Academic / Intellectual

Substance Abuse Alcohol: Dr Alan J Lipman & David Gregory MSNBC on Substance Abuse Alcohol & Athletes

Dr Alan J Lipman & David Gregory MSNBC on Substance Abuse Alcohol & Athletes


Dr Alan J Lipman of Georgetown University & David Gregory MSNBC on Substance Abuse Alcohol & Athletes. Really interesting expert interview with Dr. Lipman

 

Weight-Loss Surgery May Boost Risk for Alcohol, Drug Abuse: Study
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"Be aware of symptoms of substance abuse if you have undergone bariatric surgery, including changes in your relationship with drugs and alcohol," Conason said. "I don't think this study should be a deterrent for people seeking surgery. The key thing is …
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Drug intervention for Lindsay Lohan?
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The saga of actress Lindsay Lohan took another turn this weekend when her father apparently confronted her about her drug and alcohol abuse but failed to persuade her to enter treatment. According to reports in local entertainment outlets, Michael …
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Substance Abuse Articles: Drop in Reports of Substance Abuse at Red Bank Regional

Drop in Reports of Substance Abuse at Red Bank Regional
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That number is an increase from the 11 substance abuse incidents reported in 2007. (You can access Donohoe's full report alongside this article.) The school's recent focus on intervention and helping teachers identify students with substance abuse …
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Substance Abuse: 'Flight' Closes the New York Film Festival
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Substance Abuse: 'Flight' Closes the New York Film Festival. Posted: 10/15/2012 12:26 pm. React. Inspiring Funny Hot Scary Outrageous Amazing Weird Crazy. Read more. Airplane Movie , Debra Winger , Denzel Washington , Don Cheadle , James …
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