INSIGHT: Don't Let Problems With Substance Abuse Ruin Your Most Vital Asset

Published April 13, 2013

INSIGHT: Don't let problems with substance abuse ruin your most vital asset

Filed under: drug abuse statistics

Statistics show that a majority of drug and alcohol abusers in the U.S are employed. Seventy-five percent of illicit drug users are older than 18, nearly 80 percent are binge or heavy drinkers and 60 percent of adults have substance abuse problems …
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Suggestions to prevent teen substance abuse in Portsmouth

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I applaud the Herald for its editorial response to substance abuse issues at Portsmouth High School. However, as a retired guidance director and counselor who focused on substance abuse prevention efforts throughout my career, I believe that the steps …
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VITAL STATISTICS

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"The average age when prescription drug abuse starts is around 21," said Ken Hale, an assistant dean for OSU's College of Pharmacy. "It's critical that our colleges and universities do more to help prevent this potentially deadly behavior, and this new …
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