2012 Documentary Trailer Release: “The Prescription Drug Epidemic”A Coalitions Story
2012 Documentary trailer release: “The Prescription Drug Epidemic”A Coalitions Story – Appalachian Substance Abuse Coalition’s documentary trailer: “Prescription Drug Epidemic” A Coalitions Journey”. ASAC began in 2001 as a community response to the hundreds of prescription drug deaths that led to family destruction, economic decline, higher than state average crime rates and many other social problems. Watch their pioneering strategies in the ares of substance abuse prevention, treatment and recovery which have led to significant reductions in the associated death rates. The free documentary is available with a booklet to facilitate discussion with various populations such as coalitions, physicians, patients, employers, employees, students, parents, faith-based organizations and the general public. ASAC serves the Virginia Counties of Buchanan, Dickenson, Lee, Russell, Scott, Tazewell, Washington, Wise & the City of Norton. Contact Lori-Gates-Addison, LCSW, PS at…. [email protected] for your FREE copy. The project was funded by a grant through the Virginia Office of the Attorney General. For more information on substance abuse prevention, treatment and recovery resources in Southwest VA, go to the ASAC web site at www.StopSubstanceAbuse.com and join over 1700 fans on the “ASAC Coalition” Facebook page. Request a FREE documentary to help your community!
HOPE welcomes guest speaker
Filed under: drug addiction help groups
SUMMERSIDE – HOPE (Helping Other Parents Educate), a support group for parents of children with drug addiction, will welcome a special guest to its Thursday, Oct. 11, meeting. Topics : University of New Brunswick , Health and Education Research Group …
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Combating drug abuse: meet organised for voluntary groups
Filed under: drug addiction help groups
By A Staff Reporter — MUSCAT — The first meeting of the National Committee for Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances was held yesterday at Sultan Qaboos University, which was attended by volunteers working in the area of combating drug abuse.
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