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Thursday, November 15, 2012 |
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NYC PRC Prevention News Issue #38
Building capacity by creating networks, one coalition at a time | |
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POLL QUESTION
Tell Us Your Opinion
Has your organization or job been directly impacted by Hurricane Sandy?
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Stress & Substance Abuse
Recognizing the Signs of Stress Following Traumatic Incidents
 Researchers have long recognized the strong correlation between stress and substance abuse, particularly in prompting relapse. Although exposure to stress is a common occurrence for many of us,it is also one of the most powerful triggers for relapse to substance abuse in addicted individuals - even after long periods of abstinence.
People can experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) - a diagnosable psychiatric disorder and a known risk factor for substance abuse and addiction - following direct or indirect exposure to severe traumatic events, such as war or natural disasters.
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) has developed a Community Drug Alert Bulletin to update you on current research about stress and its relationship to substance abuse. Given the recent spate of natural disasters in this country and their tragic human aftermath,our awareness of the effects of stress in increasing vulnerability to substance abuse must be especially keen.
Information on Stress & Substance Abuse
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Boys More Likely to Abuse OTC Drugs Than Girls
New Study Says Males Prone to Getting High
A new University of Cincinnati study found that boys are more likely than girls to abuse over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. 
The study examined OTC drug use among 7th-12th grade students in 133 schools across Greater Cincinnati. Early analysis found that 10 percent of the students reported abusing OTC drugs. The study further supports the trend among youth turning to their parents' medicine cabinet to get high.
One of the researchers notes that commonly abused OTC medications include OTC cough medicine containing dextromethorphan (DXM).
The data was collected through the efforts of the Coalition for a Drug Free Greater Cincinnati, a CADCA member.
"Findings from this study highlight and underscore OTC drugs as an increasing and significant health issue affecting young people," Rebecca Vidourek, an assistant professor of health promotion.
The early results were recently presented at the annual meeting of the American Public Health Association in San Francisco.
Read more about the study findings here. 
Credit: CADCA; University of Cincinnati
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Transformation (The Floyd Taylor Story) - Part 2
This is a 3 part series detailing the story of Floyd Taylor a youth member of the Forward South Bronx Coalition.
by Cedric McClester
 There's a saying that is apropos right here. "No one cares how much you know, until they know how much you care." Eventually, Floyd was introduced to the former executive director of SFI, Mr. Jose Ferrer who took Floyd under his wing and introduced him to what he called "mirror therapy". Mirror therapy calls for an individual to do some serious introspection, as if looking in a mirror. It also requires the individual to ask themselves questions, like where am I now, and where would I like to be, and what do I have to do to get there? Floyd is a testament to the effectiveness of mirror therapy. Since undergoing Mr. Ferrer's mirror therapy, Floyd has grown leaps and bounds. He is highly regarded at SFI, where he is now employed as a summer youth worker and serves as an inspiration to other potential winners.
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Are Your Medications Safe After Hurricane Sandy?
The first necessities following a natural disaster for people in affected areas such as those hit by Hurricane Sandy are shelter, food, and safe water to drink. However, depending on your medical health, having your medicine on hand or a refill immediately available can be just as critical as the need for food and water.
In fact, news reports tell us that health-related websites such as RxResponse offers detailed maps and information for the public on what pharmacies in disaster-affected areas are open, where they are located, and how to contact them when disaster strikes and a person is in need of a prescription refill amid the chaos of a storm's aftermath.
However, what if you already have your meds at home, but may have been exposed to water damage, excessive temperatures or contamination? Are your medications still safe to use?
To read entire article...click here
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Contact Us
NYC Prevention Resource Center
The Children's Aid Society
105 East 22nd Street, Suite 517
New York, New York 10010
Tel: (917) 286-1541
Fax: (212) 529-6762
Email: prc@childrensaidsociety.org |
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 About Us
The New York City Prevention Resource Center (PRC) is a partnership between the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS), the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), and The Children's Aid Society (CAS).
The PRC is committed towards providing technical assistance and training to NYC communities addressing the negative factors associated with underage drinking, tobacco and other drug use; through the formation and strengthening of coalitions that are implementing evidence based strategies and best practices. |
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