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5 Lessons From Past Halloweens

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Southwest Behavioral and Health Services News

For many across the country, the end of September marks the beginning of fall.  Here in the desert, however, summer tends to hang around a little bit longer with Halloween marking our unofficial start of the new season.  Below is a compilation of past blogs including information and tools to make this Halloween a memorable one for all the right reasons and get fall off to a safe start.

/sites/default/files/drugfreeazkids/HalloweenCandyMeds.jpgTrick or Treat... Pills or Candy

Halloween is right around the corner and candy is packed on every store shelf, kitchen cabinet, and office candy dish.  Also readily available are medicines in purses, cabinets, and… READ MORE

 

/sites/default/files/drugfreeazkids/Spice_drug.jpgSpooky World of Synthetic Drugs

Synthetic drugs are manmade chemicals that were created to mimic the effects of other drugs, such as marijuana, meth, LSD or cocaine. They are typically labeled “not for human consumption,” but this is just… READ MORE

 

/sites/default/files/drugfreeazkids/Marijuana%20and%20Edibles.pngMarijuana Edibles and Teens

A recent survey of American 8th, 10th and 12th graders shows that marijuana edibles are popular among teen marijuana users, especially in states that have legalized medical marijuana, such as Arizona…READ MORE

 

/drugfreeazkids/_email/2011-10/_images/article1-lg.jpgDon't Let Your Teen Trick You This Halloween

It's important that we never underestimate our teenagers. We've added a Halloween twist to some of the behaviors you should be on the lookout for so that you don’t get tricked… READ MORE

 

/sites/default/files/drugfreeazkids/uploads/Molly.jpgWho is Molly?

Kids may use such paraphernalia as pacifiers, candy necklaces or rings, glow sticks, nasal inhalers, breath-sweetener and bottles to consume it. This addictive drug is often available at dance-club events known as raves…READ MORE