Getting Help for Meth Users
A list of resources on dealing with the growing Meth problem in the United States. Click below to read more: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/8767797/site/newsweek/
SAMHSA Posts Updated Directory of 11,000 Treatment Programs
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration posted an updated guide to finding local substance abuse treatment programs. The guide, "National Directory of Drug and Alcohol Abuse Treatment Programs…
Companies Makes Plans for Aging Work Force
As some 76 million baby boomers begin approaching retirement, human resource professionals and company decision-makers must prepare for their replacement while not losing their knowledge. To read more click the…
Teenager abuse of prescription drugs ‘epidemic’
The Houston Chronicle Reports: Teenager abuse of prescription drugs 'epidemic' "Availability is the mother of abuse," said Joseph Califano, center chairman and former U.S. secretary of Health, Education and Welfare.…
Counties say meth is top drug threat
From USA Today: "Methamphetamine is a bigger problem than cocaine, marijuana or heroin for most communities, according to a survey of law enforcement agencies in 500 counties in 45 states…
Mental illness will hit half in U.S.
San Francisco Chronicle: Mental illness will hit half in U.S., study says Disorders often start in young people and go untreated for years -- care usually poor To read more…
Just Like Bodies, Psyches Can Drown in Disasters
NY TIMES: Just Like Bodies, Psyches Can Drown in Disasters "...we need a new science of disaster relief - one that gives immediate aid not just to the body or…
Employer’s Guide to Health Improvement and Preventive Services
From The National Business Group on Health- "The National Business Group on Health updated and revised the Employer's Guide to Clinical Preventive Services to provide guidance on the development and…
Keeping kids mentally and physically healthy this summer
MSNBC article with five ideas for keeping kids mentally and physically healthy during the upcoming summer break. http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/7635937/
New book provides support for adults caring for aging parents
Newsweek reports on a new book titled, “Doing the Right Thing: Taking Care of Your Elderly Parents Even if They Didn't Take Care of You,”. Click HERE.