Teens and Drugs

Teens and Drugs – Statistics estimate 22.5 million Americans over age 12 use illegal drugs. The rates climb higher for teenagers. One in ten tens, ages 12 to 17 use drugs, and…

Reader's View: Teens' mental, social and emotional health

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This week-long observance was an opportunity to raise awareness about substance abuse and mental health issues, to promote prevention efforts and to educate our local communities about the factors that influence substance use. Prevention Week …
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Police department to present suicide and bullying prevention program at Saddle …

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Handouts will be provided during the parent's evening session with recommendations and useful information regarding technology use by teens. "Ryan's Story" is an approved activity by the Governor's Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse and will be …
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Brothers arrested in Mother's Day parade shooting

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Court records show Shawn Scott has a history of at least three drug arrests on one block of Frenchmen Street. In addition to the brothers, police said they arrested four people who are accused of helping Akein Scott elude capture. Justin Alexander, 19 …
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