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Substance Abuse
 Websites presented in alphabetical order 4 Girls Health 
 This site for adolescent girls offers basic information about puberty, fitness, mental health, nutrition, healthy relationships, safety, and substance abuse prevention. Includes sections for parents and caregivers and for teens with chronic illnesses or disabilities. From the Office on Women's Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. http://www.girlshealth.gov/ Topics: Drugs, Health, Senior Health, Women, Women's Health Last updated Jul 9, 2009 Access to Justice Network (ACJNet) Canada
"Information, and educational resources on justice and legal issues of interest to Canadians. ... ACJNet is the only nationwide service dedicated to making law and justice resources available to all Canadians in either official language." Includes legal directories, links to legislative materials, law lesson plans, and Internet resources on aboriginal peoples, taxation, young offenders, racism, legal history, substance abuse, spousal support, maritime law, and labor and employment. Site is available in English or French. http://www.acjnet.org/ Topics: Drugs, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Lesson Plans, Social Issues Last updated Mar 18, 2008 Alcohol and Other Drug Information for Teens
The site gives answers to troublesome questions about substance abuse which teenagers are likely to struggle with daily. Many related links are listed providing straight facts and immediate help when a teen's life becomes unmanageable because of abuse of drugs, alcohol, or tobacco. Quick Test helps teens identify possible problems. Other links direct attention to resources from the community-at-large, offering a variety of sources and assistance, such as NEED HELP? Call these Hotlines!, Teen City , and more. http://www.child.net/drugalc.htm Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type Last updated Dec 20, 2000 DEA: Drug Information
Fast facts and news about illegal drugs and drugs that are abused in the U.S., such as OxyContin, cocaine, heroin, marijuana, LSD, steroids, methamphetamine, ecstasy (MDMA), ketamine, and other "club drugs." From the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). http://www.justice.gov/dea/concern/concern.htm Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type Last updated Nov 1, 2009 Department of Health and Human Services and SAMHSA's National Clearinghouse for Alcohol & Drug Information: Publications
Provides online pamphlets, posters, video files, educational resources, and statistical information for teachers, caregivers, teens, healthcare providers, community leaders, journalists, and researchers. From the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. https://ncadistore.samhsa.gov Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Federal (U.S.) Government, Mental Conditions, Senior Health Last updated Nov 7, 2006 Family Day
Family day, celebrated on the fourth Monday in September, is a national movement promoting "frequent family dinners [as] an effective tool to help keep America's kids substance free." The site features tips on talking to children about substance abuse issues, signs and symptoms of substance abuse, and suggestions for actions by families, community groups, religious groups, and businesses/unions. From the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University (CASA). http://casafamilyday.org/ Topics: Drugs, Mental Conditions Last updated Sep 11, 2008 Frequently Asked Questions About Crystal Methamphetamine
Fact sheet about methamphetamine, a stimulant also known as "crystal," "speed," "meth," and "Tina." Discusses short- and long-term effects of methamphetamine use, physical signs that someone is using meth, issues related to withdrawal and addiction, sex and meth, and the association between crystal meth and viruses such as HIV and hepatitis. Content produced by the San Francisco AIDS Foundation. http://www.thebody.com/content/art2493.html Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Mental Conditions Last updated Sep 11, 2007 General Social Survey (GSS)
This site tracks "trends in American attitudes, experiences, practices, and concerns." Subjects include economics, population, education, child development, health, statistics, methodology, substance abuse, mental health, and criminal justice. Users may browse or search the library collection. Some studies are reported solely in summary format. http://www.norc.org/projects/General+Social+Survey.htm Topics: Drugs, Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science Last updated May 21, 2007 Inhalant Abuse
Answers to commonly asked questions about inhalants from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), a part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Available in Spanish. http://www.nida.nih.gov/ResearchReports/Inhalants/Inhalants.html Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Mental Conditions Last updated May 27, 2006 International Harm Reduction Association (IHRA)
This organization promotes "evidence based harm reduction policies and practices on a global basis for all psychoactive substances (including illicit drugs, tobacco and alcohol)." Its site features collections of about 50 publications on topics such as HIV prevention and care, policing and illicit drugs, and tobacco harm reduction. Also includes news about IHRA activities and events. Some material only available to members. http://www.ihra.net Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type Last updated May 23, 2007 MedlinePlus: Prescription Drug Abuse
Links to publications about prescription drug abuse and addiction. Includes general materials, resources on specific prescription drug types (such as pain relievers, diet pills, and stimulants), and publications about prescription drug abuse by teenagers and young adults. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/prescriptiondrugabuse.html Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type Last updated May 9, 2006 MentalHelp.Net
Comprehensive guide to mental health online. Covers information on disorders; such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, chronic fatigue syndrome, substance abuse, and other addictions; professional resources in psychology; psychiatry and social work; journals; and self-help magazines. Content is "designed and maintained by Clinical Psychologists." http://www.mentalhelp.net/ Topics: Drugs, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, Mental Conditions, The Human Body Last updated Nov 24, 2007 The Meth Epidemic
This documentary, viewable online, "investigates the meth [methamphetamine] rampage in America: the appalling impact on individuals, families and communities, and the difficulty of controlling an essential ingredient in meth -- ephedrine and pseudoephedrine -- sold legally in over-the-counter cold remedies." Companion resources include essays, a FAQ, interviews, a map showing the spread of the epidemic, a timeline, readings and links, and a classroom guide. From PBS Frontline, in association with The Oregonian. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/meth/ Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type Last updated Mar 15, 2006 Monitoring the Future: A Continuing Study of American Youth
This website constitutes "an ongoing study of the behaviors, attitudes, and values of American secondary school students, college students, and young adults." In addition to background about the study, the site contains survey results and related publications, most focusing on drug use and trends. Conducted at the Survey Research Center in the Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan, and funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, National Institutes of Health. http://www.monitoringthefuture.org Topics: Drugs, Health, Statistics Last updated Jun 4, 2007 National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University (CASA)
CASA is a "national organization, which brings together ... all the professional disciplines needed to study and combat abuse of all substances -- alcohol, nicotine, illegal drugs, prescription drugs, performance enhancing drugs." It features articles and opinion pieces written by CASA members, and reports on subjects such as abuse of prescription drugs, nonmedical marijuana use, and the importance of family dinners to reduce the risk of teen substance abuse. http://www.casacolumbia.org Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Mental Conditions Last updated Jan 29, 2006 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention
Fact sheets, FAQs, statistics, policy papers, and other documents and information about suicide prevention. Topics include suicide risk factors and rates, guns and suicide, specific groups (youth, older adults, black, American Indian, Hispanic), depression and mood disorders, suicide prevention services in the U.S. and other countries, and related topics. From the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. http://mentalhealth.samhsa.gov/suicideprevention/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Death & Dying, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices, Mental Conditions, Senior Health Last updated Nov 14, 2006 NIDA for Teens: The Science Behind Drug Abuse
Designed "to educate adolescents ages 11 through 15 (as well as their parents and teachers) on the science behind drug abuse." Includes facts on how marijuana, nicotine, anabolic steroids, and other drugs affect the brain and body, "real stories" from teens, games and activities, a glossary, and resources for teachers. From the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), a part of the National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. http://www.teens.drugabuse.gov/ Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Mental Conditions Last updated Jun 8, 2006 Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP)
This site contains extensive reports on the state of drug enforcement and awareness in the United States. Documents include the General Counterdrug Intelligence Plan, maps of high intensity drug trafficking areas including facts and strategies for each city mentioned, an anti-drug media campaign, a substance abuse treatment facility locator, and funding opportunities for communities to combat illegal drug use. There are also links to state and local agencies. http://www.whitehousedrugpolicy.gov/ Topics: Crime, Drugs, Mental Conditions Last updated May 25, 2005 The Partnership For A Drug-Free America (PDFA)
"The Partnership for a Drug-Free America is a nonprofit coalition of communication, health, medical and educational professionals working to reduce illicit drug use and help people live healthy, drug-free lives." The site contains brief profiles of individual drugs, personal stories, treatment and intervention information, and sections for teens and parents. http://www.drugfree.org/ Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Mental Conditions Last updated Feb 5, 2005 PeriStats
Provides "US, state, city, and county maternal [and] infant health data." Includes statistics on birth and preterm birth, infant mortality, delivery methods, birthweight, prenatal care, and substance abuse during pregnancy. Features graphs, maps, and tables. Browsable by geographic area, and topic. From the March of Dimes. http://www.marchofdimes.com/peristats/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Families, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Statistics, Women, Women's Health Last updated Jul 26, 2004 Pushing Back: Making the Drug Problem Smaller
This blog "is intended to educate Americans about illegal drugs and help them stay up-to-date on the latest international, Federal, state, and local efforts to reduce drug use." Browse by date or by topic such as marijuana, inhalants, and treatment. Includes links to substance abuse organizations. From the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), which in February 2005 "became the first Cabinet-level agency with its own Weblog." http://pushingback.com/blogs/pushing_back/ Topics: Drugs Last updated Apr 13, 2009 The Safe Schools/ Healthy Students (SS/HS) Initiative
This "Federal grant-making program [is] designed to prevent violence and substance abuse among our Nation’s youth, schools, and communities." The site contains government documents, and links to websites on child development, safety, mentoring, community programs, and other topics. From the U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and the U.S. Department of Justice. http://www.sshs.samhsa.gov/ Topics: Drugs, Education, Jobs & Work, K-12 Education, Social Issues Last updated Aug 7, 2005 Student Counseling Virtual Pamphlet Collection
Some of the topics included in this online collection include alcohol and substance abuse, assertiveness, cults, depression, eating disorders, relationships, sexual assault (including date rape), stress, study skills, and time management. From the Student Counseling and Resource Service at the University of Chicago. http://counseling.uchicago.edu/vpc/ Topics: Crime, Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Health, Mental Conditions, Nonfiction by Genre, Religion, Society & Social Science, The Human Body Last updated Apr 28, 2006 Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD)
The mission of SADD (formally Students Against Drunk Driving) is "to provide students with the best prevention and intervention tools possible to deal with the issues of underage drinking, other drug use, impaired driving, and other destructive decisions." The site offers statistics, activity ideas, chapter information, and news and events related to the group's mission. http://www.sadd.org/ Topics: Automobiles, Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Health, Holidays & Observances Last updated Dec 7, 2005 Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator
"Includes more than 11,000 addiction treatment programs, including residential treatment centers, outpatient treatment programs, and hospital inpatient programs for drug addiction and alcoholism." Click on a state on the interactive map, then enter a city and zip code to find listings for treatment programs for "marijuana, cocaine, and heroin addiction, as well as drug and alcohol treatment programs for adolescents and adults." http://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/ Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Long-term Care, Medical Treatments & Devices, Mental Conditions Last updated Nov 17, 2004 Tips for Teens: The Truth About Inhalants
Information on "substances or fumes from products such as glue or paint thinner that are sniffed or 'huffed' to cause an immediate high." Opens directly into a PDF document. From the National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information. http://download.ncadi.samhsa.gov/Prevline/pdfs/phd631.pdf Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Mental Conditions Last updated Jul 2, 2008 |
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