Faces of Prescription Drug Abuse: Michael Donta

Published May 13, 2013

Faces of Prescription Drug Abuse: Michael Donta – Ashland, Ky. father Mike Donta talks about his son Michael’s struggle with prescription drug abuse.

Many more youth get addicted to drugs because they are easily accessible

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According to Okuku, out of every five smokers, one will develop cancer. Drug abuse can also lead to mental illness, loss of jobs or dropping out of school. In most cases, addicts commit crimes under the influence of drugs, although this may not save …
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Opinion: Legalizing marijuana would send the wrong message to kids

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The National Survey on Drug Use and Health, which is funded by the federal government's Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, released a study earlier this year that proves that the less dangerous young people consider a particular …
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Derek Boogaard's family files suit against NHL

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In addition, the suit contends the NHL's substance abuse program failed to monitor his drug dependency despite several failed drug tests and an admission that he bought painkillers illegally. One instance outlined in the New York Times' story states …
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