Substance Abuse, Alcohol and Drug Addiction Are Personal and Family Issues – http://www.DrBarge.com Dr. JoAnne Barge, a Psychologist & Marriage and Family Therapist, speaks about the psychological effects of substance abuse with regar…

Pregnancy Adds Challenge for Teens Treated for Drug Abuse, Report Says

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THURSDAY, May 9 (HealthDay News) — Half of pregnant teens in substance-abuse treatment programs used alcohol or drugs in the month before they entered treatment. And nearly 20 percent used drugs or alcohol on a daily basis during that month, …
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Los Angeles City Council Public Safety Committee Moves to Ban Alcohol Ads …

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"I see kids my age all the time who get in trouble because they use alcohol and drugs," stated Maranda Sessions, from the United Coalition East Prevention Project. "Many start out drinking because they see videos and ads with rappers and celebrities …
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GUEST VIEW: Teens and alcohol, a bad mix in any situation

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This includes 1,900 deaths from motor vehicle accidents, 1,600 as a result of homicides, 300 from suicide, and hundreds from other injuries such as falls, burns, and drownings, according to the NY State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services …
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