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UQ addiction and substance misuse researcher recognised

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A researcher working to help prevent addiction and substance misuse has been recognised with an Early Career Award for his outstanding achievements. Dr Matthew Gullo, from The University of Queensland's Centre for Youth Substance Abuse Research, …
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Legislators push health insurance parity for substance abuse

Filed under: youth substance abuse

Downing identified others as prevention through youth education, "the right regulation" and law enforcement. "All of those require a community," Downing said. Berkshire Health Systems' prescription monitoring program and the county Drug Task Force's …
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New center coordinates parish's juvenile justice efforts

Filed under: youth substance abuse

Law enforcement officials work with service providers such as Milestones, Teen Court, Drug Court, Functional Family Therapy and Healing House to address youth needs. Once at the facility, youth are assessed by a team including a juvenile deputy …
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