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Substance Abuse
This page is still VERY under construction. As I am able to research information, I will post it out here. Until then, here is the information that I have collected so far. Please check out the links below as well, as they have wonderful information and a lot of the info that I have is from there. This same information is on my "Links" page, but I will try to sum it all up on one page someday. If you have any information, or a story, that you would like me to post - please do not hesitate to email me! sommemi@hotmail.com
 

INFORMATION PAGES:
still updating these... I'll try to get as much info as I can

Methamphetamines
Cannabis/Marijuana
Cocaine - still working on it
Heroin - still working on it
Prescription Drugs that are subject to abuse - still working on it. (This page will be a list of those drugs you should be careful about leaving around the house, or that you should be warned about because of the addictive behavior associated with it.)

 

Links and Info

I have included some links and information for those who need help, advice, or just want to be educated:
Drug and Intoxicant Info - unbiased site with the most information
Safety Risks - read this if you are stubborn enough to use drugs after reading all of this.
http://parentingteens.about.com/cs/drugsofabuse/ - information for parents who want to know... some good links on various 'drugs of abuse'.

Drug Hotline: 
National Drug Information Treatment and Referral Hotline at (800) 662-HELP(4357)

http://drugfreeamerica.org - Interesting site with lots of info about drugs, including ecstasy

STAND - A site dedicated to providing an online community where you can have fun, interact, and take a stand with others against tobacco. (Advertised on TV also.)

http://www.facetheissue.com/drugs.html - Why do you use drugs? See what other people say to this question... (as seen on the TV commercial...)

http://www.crystalmeth.org/ - Need help from Meth? Try the CMA... OR try
http://www.crystalrecovery.com/

http://www.johndmoore.net/ClubDrugsHIV.html - Not sure where this falls, but I thought it was great information for those who might not consider the bad combination of Drugs in a HIV positive person. Take a second to read....

http://www.midnightoiled.com/ - Officer Whifflebottom’s Untimely Demise - rated R (a "children's story" that is not intended for children's eyes).

Pertinent Articles
http://www.rockymountainnews.com/drmn/state/article/0,1299,DRMN_21_2610082,00.html - "You have heard me talking for some time about our state's (Colorado) "penny wise, pound foolish" approach to drug abuse treatment.  The link below leads to a great article in today's Rocky Mt News." - Tom Crowley

Valproic Acid, Meth and pregnancy - This is not an article per se, but is a document that I prepared in response to an email that someone sent to me. Maybe it could help someone else too.
 

Submissions... (Anonymous)
Got any good advice you would like to share? Email me and I will post it here. I originally made this page for a friend, so they could read this information without feeling like they were getting lectured. Maybe someone else is in the same situation, and you would like to let them know how you feel? I dunno, but I know some people have very strong feelings about this subject and would like a chance to voice their opinions... Go for it.
 

Contact me at: sommemi@hotmail.com

*** Please note that I in no way condone the usage of illegal drugs (and even some legal ones). I am providing this information strictly to educate people. I would hope that by educating, I am helping people make smarter decisions about their lives.

*** Disclaimer ***

I do not have, or claim to have, a Ph.D., an Ed.S., or M.S. in psychology. I have an M.S. degree in Education with a focus on School Psychology. Before making important decisions based off of this information, it is suggested that you consult a qualified professional (physician/psychologist) to confirm that this information is accurate and up-to-date. Thank you!