Mountie in fatal crash addicted to alcohol, substance abuse expert testifies
Last Updated on Wednesday, 22 February 2012 03:16 Written by Mike Wednesday, 22 February 2012 03:16
Cpl. Benjamin (Monty) Robin-son's behaviour following the 2008 crash that killed a South Delta man was the result of a "severe" alcohol addiction, a substance abuse expert testified in B.C. Supreme Court in New Westminster.
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7.5 Million Children Living With Parents Who Abuse Alcohol
Last Updated on Monday, 20 February 2012 03:16 Written by Mike Monday, 20 February 2012 03:16
A new study by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) that was conducted in conjunction with Children of Alcoholics Week, February 12-18, 2012, reveals that 7.5 million children below the age of 18 years, i.e. 10.5% of the population, lived with a parent who has experienced an alcohol use disorder in the past year. Furthermore, the findings show that 6.1 million …
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Gallia coalition being formed to combat drug abuse
Last Updated on Monday, 23 January 2012 05:00 Written by Mike Monday, 23 January 2012 05:00
GALLIPOLIS — A coalition is being formed in Gallia County to combat the substance abuse problem in the community. Comprised of local public officials and local and state alcohol and drug addiction…
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