State Report Notes Growing Prescription Drug Abuse Problem

State Report Notes Growing Prescription Drug Abuse Problem

Filed under: prescription drug addiction treatment

One woman nearing the end of treatment at an Area Substance Abuse Council (ASAC) program in Cedar Rapids didn't find the statistics surprising. She said her reason for abusing prescription pain killers is the same reason a lot of drug addicts cite for …
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Expert advice on dealing with prescription drug abuse in teens

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During October and November, the Healthy Kids blog will look at this issue through the stories of former teen prescription-drug users now in recovery, their parents and local addiction-recovery experts working to treat addicted teens and help parents …
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3rd Annual National Event to raise awareness of prescription drug abuse

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According to the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, 70 percent of people who abuse prescription pain relievers obtained them from friends or relatives, and, there has been a 400% increase in substance abuse treatment admissions for …
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Teen prescription drug abuse: 8 tips for parents

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During October and November, the Healthy Kids blog examines the epidemic of teen prescription drug abuse through the stories of teens and young adults in recovery, their parents and treatment experts. You'll get a first-hand look at a problem that's …
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