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Substance Abuse Programs for NYC Youth Likely to Lose Funding
Substance Abuse Programs for NYC Youth Likely to Lose Funding
Substance abuse programs for youth in NYC are facing a huge loss of funding. Image: Shutterstock
Due to changes in a New York state agency’s process for awarding grants to programs dealing with substance abuse prevention, many youth organizations are set to lose hundreds of thousands of dollars in funding.
The New York Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services, or OASAS, has developed a…
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Warning signs of heroin and opioid abuse
Physical Signs:
Small pupils
Decreased respiratory rate
Non-responsiveness rate/Drowsiness
Loss or increase in appetite/unexplained weight loss or gain
Intense flu-like symptoms
Behavioral Signs:
Change in attitude/personality
Avoiding contact with family
Change in friends
Change in activities, hobbies, and/or sports
Drop in grades or work performance
Isolation and secretive behavior
Moodiness/irritability
Stealing
Wearing long sleeved shirts out of season
Advanced Warning Signs:
Missing medications
Syringes
Small bags with powder residue
Missing shoe laces/belts