The fact sheet provides information on trends in use and admissions to treatment, the effects of cocaine use, effective treatment services, and key federal programs and agencies. Continue reading
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NASADAD releases fact sheet on alcohol
The fact sheet provides information on trends in use and admissions to treatment, the effects of alcohol use, effective treatment services, and key federal programs and agencies. Continue reading
NASADAD releases fact sheet on opioids
The fact sheet provides information on trends in use and admissions to treatment, the effects of opioid use, effective treatment services, and key federal programs and agencies. Continue reading
NASADAD releases fact sheet on marijuana
The fact sheet provides information on trends in use and admissions to treatment; the effects of marijuana use, particularly on youth and adolescents; and marijuana’s public health impact.
NASADAD releases Guide for States on Adolescent Treatment and Recovery
The Association, along with its State Youth Substance Abuse Coordinators Committee, gathered information about existing State guidance for adolescent treatment and recovery services, identified essential elements of treatment and recovery systems for adolescents with substance use disorders (SUD), and developed the guidance document. Continue reading
NASADAD releases policy statement on opioid overdose
The statement outlines the Association’s position on strategies to prevent fatal opioid overdose, particularly expanding access to naloxone and 911 Good Samaritan laws.
NASADAD Sends Letter to Attorney General
NASADAD sent a letter to Attorney General Eric Holder with recommendations for an upcoming Department of Justice toolkit for law enforcement on naloxone. Continue reading
NASADAD Releases Fact Sheet on DOJ Priority Programs
NASADAD released a fact sheet detailing member-identified priority programs within the Department of Justice (DOJ). Identified programs include Drug Courts, Harold Rogers PDMP program, and the Second Chance Act. (August 2014)
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