What Is Addiction?

Published April 26, 2013

What is addiction? – In an informal therapy group, Dr. Nora Volkow, Director of NIDA, discusses addiction as a brain disease with addicts and family members. She notes the enviro…

Police, Town, Participate in National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

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The forum will address the growing problem of prescription painkillers and over the counter drug abuse on Long Island and among young people — and ways community members can work cooperatively to address the problem and the subsequent related crime …
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Substance Abuse Transition Group Partners With Awareness Program

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In turn, Katie Olex promised support of Livonia Save Our Youth Coalition for CDS Foundation. Other recipients of appreciation at the "Appreciation Reception" received … Once a family member, son, daughter, husband, wife or friend is in trouble with a …
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Selectmen endorse Alcohol-Free Weekend

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A kick-off ceremony on the common will take place tomorrow from 5 to 7 p.m. Families are invited to join the Drug & Alcohol Task Force as they celebrate another year of commitment to raising healthy children. Free food and musical … "The support we …
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