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The Facts of Addiction by: Institute for Research, Education and Training in Addictions
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About Methadone: This handbook is designed for people who are dependent on opioid drugs (all
drugs that come fully or partially from opium and synethetic drugs that have similar effects).

Meth Epidemic In America, The meth epidemic is a complex problem that is not easily solved. To
better understand the extent of the problem, the National Association of Counties (NACO) recently
conducted surveys of law enforcement and county child welfare officials in order to determine the
impact of meth on these county services and their communities.

Drug Use Among Racial/Ethnic Minorities    This report summarizes data on substance abuse and
the related consequences for minority subgroups in the United States. It also addresses the
prevalence of drug use in the general population, the prevalence of drug use among youth, drugs
and crime, and adverse health consequences.

Prescription and Over-the-Counter Drug Abuse    Information about both prescription and
over-the-counter drugs and what can happen if they are misused.

So Help Me God: Substance Abuse, Religion and Spirituality    This two-year study links the
combination of religion and spirituality with science and professional medicine to prevent and treat
substance abuse and addiction.

Children of Addicted Parents: Important Facts    An informational publication from the National
Association for Children of Alcoholics about alcohol and the effects of alcohol on families,
relationships, and society.

Breaking The Cycle of Addiction    This pamphlet discusses alcohol addiction and how it affects the
children of alcoholics (COAs). Includes resource information for seeking additional information.

OxyContin: Prescription Drug Abuse    Designed for the treatment field, this publication tells what
OxyContin is, how it is used and abused, addiction, treatment and detoxification protocols, how
abuse differs from the abuse of other pain prescriptions, and other treatment subjects.

Club Drugs: An Overview    Descriptions of various club drugs in common use, legislative history,
street terms, estimates of prevalence, consequences of use, production, trafficking, and distribution.

Crime Prevention
Preventing Hate Crime: What Can We Do! (English)    Written in English, definitions of hate crimes
and hate incidents, what to do if you suspect you are a victim, basic tips for how to recognize them,
what services are available in California, what you and your community can do, and how to obtain
assistance.

Drugs and Gangs Fast Facts: Questions and Answers    This pamphlet contains information on the
relation between drugs and gangs, the extent of gang operations and crime in the United States, the
dangers associated with gang act activity, and some signs that young people may be involved in
gang activity.

Mentoring
Mentoring: Suggested Activities for Mentors and Youth    A list of topics that can be considered by
mentors when determining how to effectively provide support to a mentee. Offers suggestions for
activities.

How to Build A Successful Mentoring Program Using the Elements of Effective Practice    This kit
includes tools, templates, and advice for implementing and adhering to guidelines that will help to
ensure quality mentoring. Whether you are new to mentoring or an old hand, this kit will save you
time and effort because it contains materials and information you need to start or maintain a quality
mentoring program.

What is Self Esteem?    Simple pamphlet about the need for self esteem in mentees and how
mentors can help. OLDIE BUT GOODIE!

Mens Issues
Male Veterans with Co-Occurring Serious Mental Illness and a Substance Use Disorder, The
NSDUH Report    This report provides statistical information on individuals assessed as having a
co-occurring serious mental illness (SMI) and substance abuse disorder in 2002 and 2003.

Helping Yourself Heal: A Recovering Man's Guide to Coping with Effects of Childhood Abuse    This
booklet is designed for men who are in treatment for substance abuse. It describes childhood
abuse, symptoms of abuse, how to address abuse issues, and how a counselor can help.

Parenting
Signs and Symptoms of Drug Use    This publication provides important information on how to
recognize significant changes in your child's physical appearance, personality, attitude or behavior
and drug specific symptoms that might be a result of drug use.

Kids and the Law: An A - to - Z Guide for Parents    This guide is for parents with school-age children
and includes the latest legal information on everything from alcohol/drugs and kids, gangs and
dress codes to stealing and vandalism. It is written in a conversational question-and-answer format.
 

Communication Tips for Parents: Tips about being available for your children, letting them know you
are listening, responding in a way children will understand, and more.

Getting Your Child Ready for School    Actions parents can take to help keep school children away
from drugs.

Special Populations
Aging and Alcohol Abuse  
Co-Occuring Disorders Definitions and Terms Relating - Overview Paper 1

Addiction Disorders and Homelessness    This publication describes the relationship between
homelessness, alcohol and drug addiction among the American population.

Woman's Issues
Helping Yourself Heal - A Recovering Woman's Guide to Coping with Childhood Abuse Issues    
This booklet is designed for women who are in treatment for substance abuse. It describes
childhood abuse, symptoms of abuse, how to address abuse issues, and how a counselor can
help.  

Workplace
Building Blocks for a Drug-Free Workplace - Small Business Workplace Kit    Provides introductory
information and resources for employers to effectively establish drug-free workplace programs.

Youth Issues
Take Action Against Bullying    This booklet was designed to promote healthy child development and
to prevent youth and school-based violence.

Suspect Your Teen is Using Drugs or Drinking? A Brief Guide to Action for Parents/Sospecha que Su
Adolescente Esta Consumiendo Drogas o Bebidas Alcoholicas? Guia de Accion para los Padres    
Written in English and Spanish, this pamphlet educates parents about today's substance abuse in
teens. Parents learn about signs and symptoms, what they should do and when, and tips on how to
talk to their children.

Mind Over Matter Teacher's Guide    Intended as an educational series for middle schools.

Teens and Drugs Fast Facts: Questions and Answers    This pamphlet contains information on the
correlation between age of first drug use and dependence, some of the risks specific to marijuana
and other illicit drugs use, and common signs of teen drug abuse.

Bullying: Signs and Symptoms    Discusses what causes a child to bully others, defines bullying,
and provides action steps to prevent bullying.

Peer Pressure & Smoking    This booklet was created to offer parents information and tips to help
their kids resist peer pressure to smoke.  

Don't Lose A Friend to Drugs    Designed for youth, this pamphlet contains information about signs
of drug or alcohol abuse, how to talk to a friend who is in trouble, how to keep yourself drug free, how
to help friends stay drug free, and how to take action.
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