HEADLINES
Coles meth coalition changes name, focus Jan. 5, 2010 10:28 pm Journal Gazette and Times-Courier IL
There’s a new name for a group that’s dealt with substance abuse issues for the last seven years, and it’s supposed to show the willingness to take on more projects and issues... Read full story...
Teens get glimpse of their appearance after years of meth use Jan. 6, 2010 8:25 am DigitalJournal.com CA
Teens are getting a unique experience of seeing what they will look like after years of drug use and abuse through the magic of a computer program... Read full story...
Make a difference, Healthy Living! Jan. 6, 2010 2:10 pm SitNews AK
Recently I did a PSA radio ad, what I feel is a honest attempt to reach out to an addict, or someone who may still be suffering with Meth addiction. I learned the hard way, and believe me it does not need to end up like my situation did... Read full story...
3 addicts share their painful life lessons Jan. 6, 2010 8:52 am Behavioral Health Central TX
In the hope that others may learn from their experiences, three El Pasoans who are recovering addicts shared how and why they got hooked. Because they are still undergoing treatment, they asked that their full names not be used... Read full story...
Texas PTA Blames Texas Crime Stoppers for 'Strawberry Quick' Panic Jan. 6, 2010 Reason Magazine TX
A few weeks ago, I noted that the Texas PTA was excitedly passing along rumors about "strawberry meth" that had been debunked by (among others) Snopes.com, the drug policy organization Join Together, and the Drug Enforcement Administration... Read full story...
Gregor Robertson and Rain City Housing Provide More Shelters Despite Tight Timelines, Budget Cuts and Controversy Jan. 6, 2010 9:24 am The Vancouver Observer Canada
“Meth is often used to stay awake at night, because it's safer to sleep during the day. We often see Meth use dramatically decline when these people have a safe place to sleep and warm meals to eat. When Meth use decreases, numerous aggressive behaviors also decrease.” Briscall said... Read full story...
Missouri editorials Jan. 5, 2010 3:00 pm mlive.com MO
A key ingredient in the making of methamphetamine, the viciously addictive drug made from a variety of widely available chemicals, is pseudoephedrine, which is also found in over-the-counter cold remedies... Read full story...
Access To Recovery
Access to Recovery (ATR) is a three year competitive discretionary grant program funded by the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Center for Substance Abuse Treatment (CSAT). ATR is an initiative which provides vouchers to clients for purchase of substance abuse clinical treatment and recovery support services. The goals of the program are to expand capacity, support client choice, and increase the array of faith-based and community based providers for clinical treatment and recovery support services. In 2007, twenty four grantees were awarded an ATR grant after a competitive application process. The program is funded at approximately $98 million per year of which $25 million is set aside to be used to deliver services to individuals with a background of methamphetamine use. For more information please visit www.atr.samhsa.gov.
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