Ages 12-17 3 million; an increase of 212% since mid 1980s
Elderly 17 % of all elderly over the age of 55
All ages 15.1 million
Opiods — Used to treat pain...
A MESSAGE OF ENCOURAGEMENT TO THE FAMILIES OF THOSE AFFECTED BY SUBSTANCE ABUSE
It was just another Monday evening after a hard day at work. Dinner was over and it was ...
Drugs, alcohol and tobacco abuse affects everyone.
That is why the Butler Eagle, the Butler County Drug and Alcohol Program and the Butler County District Attorney’s Off...
Drugs and alcohol are recurring themes in the daily operations of the courts in Butler County.
In the seven district judge's courtrooms, cases are heard daily which eith...
1. Establish and maintain good communication with your child
2. Get involved in your child’s life
3. Be a positive role model
4. Monitor your child’s activities
5. Teach...
It is not always easy to tell if your child is using drugs because many signs and symptoms are common for youth. Some warning signs include:
• Skipping classes or not do...
MYTH: People don't need treatment. They can stop using drugs if they really want to.
FACT: It is extremely hard for people addicted to drugs to achieve and maintain ...
Marijuana can be smoked, eaten or brewed as a tea. It can be detected in your system for up to 3 weeks.
In Pennsylvania, possession of 30 grams of marijuana or 8 grams o...
• Educate yourself on alcohol and the different types of drugs and other dangerous activities kids participate in
• Take any opportunity to talk to your kids, like driv...
$25,000 award given by health foundation
The Southeast Butler County Community Alliance comprises municipal leaders, law enforcement officials and human services agencies...
