MPRC has compiled fact sheets about various substances of abuse. These fact sheets are in no way comprehensive sources of information, but, instead, a helpful resource highlighting important information. We are always acquiring additional fact sheets, so be sure to check back again soon!
Provee información acerca del uso de los medicamentos de prescripción y el alcohol. Lista las señales de alerta de un problema con el alcohol u otras sustancias. Ofrece sugerencias para hablar con los proveedores de atención médica y para leer las etiquetas. Da la línea de referencia de tratamiento de SAMHSA.
Aging, Medicines and Alcohol consumer brochure in Cambodian language contains information for older adults on alcohol use and medication-related problems and steps older adults can take to avoid problems resulting from mixing medications and alcohol. Link will download PDF. (Updated 2010).
This report analyzes trends and patterns in substance abuse in the Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota metropolitan area, based on the most recent data available from multiple sources. It is produced twice annually for participation in the Community Epidemiology Work Group of the National Institute on Drug Abuse, an epidemiological surveillance network of selected researchers from 22 U.S. metropolitan areas. This is the January 2012 edition.
This fact sheet comes from the National Association of State Alcohol and Drug Abuse Directors (NASADAD). It contains updated statistics on usage, along with information on addictive properties, health effects, economic effects, prevention, treatment, and recovery. Updated January 2012.
Researchers from the National Center for School Engagement conducted a series of studies to explore the connections between bullying in schools, school attendance and engagement, and academic achievement. This bulletin pro vides an overview of the OJJDP-funded studies, a summary of the researchers’ findings, and recommendations for policy and practice.
This fact sheet provides basic information regarding bath salts. Updated November, 2011.
This fact sheet provides basic information regarding synthetic cannabinoids. Updated October, 2011.
The use of marijuana can produce adverse physical, mental, emotional, and behavioral effects. It can impair short-term memory and judgment and distort perception.
Alcohol affects every organ in the body. It is a central nervous system depressant that is rapidly absorbed from the stomach and small intestine into the bloodstream.
This fact sheet provides basic information regarding prescription drugs. Updated November, 2011.
We now recognize that underage drinking must be addressed, not as an isolated phenomenon, but as one fully embedded in the context of child and adolescent development.
This fact sheet provides answers to some common questions about khat Questions include: what is khat, what does khat look like, how is khat used, who uses khat, what are the risks, and is khat illegal. A list of street terms is also included (November 2008).
This fact sheet provides answers to some common questions about heroin. Questions include: what is heroin, what does it look like, how is heroin abused, who uses heroin, what are the risks, and is heroin illegal. A list of street terms is also included (March 2003).
This fact sheet provides answers to some common questions about crack cocaine. Questions include: what is crack cocaine, how is it produced, what does it look like, how is crack abused, who uses crack, what are the risks, and is crack cocaine illegal. A list of street terms is also included (April 2003).
This fact sheet provides answers to some common questions about crystal meth. Questions include: what is crystal methamphetamine, how is it abused, who uses crystal methamphetamine, what are the risks, what is it called, and is crack cocaine illegal. A list of street terms is also included (June 2003).
This report analyzes trends and patterns in substance abuse in the Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota metropolitan area, based on the most recent data available from multiple sources. It is produced twice annually for participation in the Community Epidemiology Work Group of the National Institute on Drug Abuse, an epidemiological surveillance network of selected researchers from 22 U.S. metropolitan areas. This is the June 2011 edition.
Parents are very important in promoting the healthy development of their children and preventing small problems from growing into large ones. The good news is that there are many effective strategies and a growing number of programs to provide parents with the tools to guide healthy children and to help them respond quickly when they face new challenges.
This three page fact sheet examines the extensive costs associated with mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders and provides evidence of the benefits and costs of prevention.
Provides statistics for the state of Minnesota on substance abuse and dependence, substance abuse treatment facilities, treatment admissions, unmet need for treatment, mental health indicators, tobacco use and Synar compliance, and SAMHSA funding. SAMHSA, 2009.
This two-page fact sheet provides data, resources, programs, and local solutions in regards to drugged driving. OJJDP, November 2010.
This fact sheet includes descriptions of the features of the healthcare law that will benefit those in need of treatment for substance abuse problems. OJJDP, July 2010
Office of National Drug Control Policy, May 2011. This fact sheet highlights the ATI Campaign which provides resources to keep youth drug free.
Many people do not understand why or how other people become addicted to drugs. It can be wrongfully assumed that drug abusers lack moral principles or willpower and that they could stop using drugs simply by choosing to change their behavior. In reality, drug addiction is a complex disease, and quitting takes more than good intentions
College students are significantly more likely to drink and drive after they turn 21, according to the College Life Study, a longitudinal study of undergraduate students attending a large mid-Atlantic university.
Women should be aware of the health risks associated with drinking alcohol, especially because most women drink at least occasionally, and many women drink a lot.
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