Teen Substance Abuse – When Do You Seek Help? MetroHealth

Teen Substance Abuse – When do you seek help? MetroHealth – Are you worried that your teen is abusing drugs or alcohol? MetroHealth pediatrician Dr. Philip Fragassi explains the warning signs, when to seek help and treatment options.

Plan aims to curb prescription drug abuse

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The campaign will promote four basic principles: Check your own medicine cabinet, dispose of drugs safely, be engaged in your health care and discuss options, and supervise children and teens in your care. Addiction to prescription opiates, which …
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Workshop highlights trends in youth drug abuse

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GAYLORD — Despite recent state legislation aimed at outlawing the sale of synthetic drugs in Michigan and a growing awareness of prescription drug abuse, the use of synthetic marijuana, stimulants and prescription drugs continue to be abused by teens …
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Home Medicine Cabinet Often Source of Teen Drug Abuse

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The most likely source of illicit drugs for teenage drug abusers is not a friend at school or the neighborhood drug dealer. The danger lurks at home — in their parent's medicine cabinet. A University of Cincinnati study that examined over-the-counter …
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