What Are the Signs of Substance Abuse?


 

What are the signs of substance abuse? – How can parents recognize that their teen may have a substance abuse problem?

 

Men Just As Likely to Suffer from Depression as Women, Study Finds

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Depression affects men and women equally, especially when non-traditional symptoms are considered, a new study reported. The latest research accounted for different signs of depression such as risk-taking, drug abuse and aggression. "When men are …
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Ohio program to help drug-addicted babies, mothers

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The symptoms can be uncomfortable for an adult. But for newborns who likely have low-birth weights, the nausea and dehydration can be life-threatening, said Dr. Mark Hurst, medical director for the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services.
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Berkeley High On The List For Drug Overdoses In Ocean County This Year

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"We need to look at every aspect of drug use and abuse; from the legal issues to the public health concerns to truly bring significant change, Coronato said. The Ocean County Health Department wants to educate parents on the signs of their children's …
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Teens creative in Rx drug abuse

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So besides gummy bears, Coley gives us parents some food for thought, some signs of prescription drug abuse you can look for in your efforts to keep your kids safe. "First of all, liquid-based products… a Sprite can, a Mountain Dew bottle, maybe it's …
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