Henry Suspended for Substance Abuse Violation

Henry suspended for substance abuse violation

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Marshall Heilman with information-technologyMore >>. The hacker who reportedly accessed … CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) – NASCAR has suspended crew chief Charles J. Henry for violating the substance abuse policy. Henry, who goes by Jerry, is crew chief for … Read more on WIS

Brain Science as a Means of Understanding Delinquency and Substance Abuse in Youth – Drs. Beauchaine and Tapert explore risks and results of delinquency and substance abuse in youth. Dr. Beauchaine discusses the importance of understanding the brain mechanisms associated with impulsivity, which allows us to identify at-risk children early in life. This provides opportunities for prevention of later substance abuse, school drop out, and delinquency. Dr. Tapert addresses the extent to which heavy alcohol and other drug use during the teenage years might affect brain development and cognitive performance into young adulthood. She also describes her research projects using neuropsychological testing and brain imaging to better understand cognition in youth who are heavy users of alcohol and drugs. To see more videos from the University of Washington visit uwtv.org.

Survey Finds Prescription Drug Abuse A Danger For Rim Country Seniors

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A recent survey of local seniors found most do not know where to access substance abuse services and a majority don't feel like they have an active role in the community. The Community Prevention Council conducted the survey over three months and say … Read more on Payson Roundup

Coach resigns citing substance abuse culture

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Balcerek, who is in her second year as principal, said she has taken a hands-on approach in the day-to-day operations of the school and believes many of the accusations regarding substance abuse in schools is based on hearsay. … While the school … Read more on Valdez Star