Nurse-Led Intervention Deters Substance Abuse Among Homeless Youth

Nurse-led intervention deters substance abuse among homeless youth

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Published in the current issue of the American Journal on Addictions, the research also revealed that "art messaging" can have a positive effect on drug and alcohol abuse and other risky behaviors among this population. It is estimated … The study …
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Mother-son intervention team reveal how their own battle with drug addiction …

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But following a six-month stint in prison, Brandon managed to kick his habit, and today he offers advice to others battling substance abuse through the family company. Scroll down for video. Using their experiences to … problems including alcoholism …
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LICADD Wins K Grant

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(Long Island, NY) The Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (LICADD) is set to receive a $ 20,000 grant from the NYS Office of Substance Abuse Services to support its addiction services in Suffolk County, thanks to the efforts of NYS …
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Nurse-led Intervention Deters Substance Abuse Among Homeless Youth
( University of California – Los Angeles ) Alcohol use and in particular, binge drinking and methamphetamine use is pervasive among homeless youth. A new study led by researchers from the UCLA School of Nursing has found that nursing intervention can significantly decrease substance abuse among homeless youth. Published in the current issue of American Journal on Addictions, the research also … Read News