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May 19th, 2015

From Star High School Quarterback to Heroin Junkie

It may seem really far-fetched that your teen, who seems like a great kid could possibly turn into a heroin junkie. Read more

Tags: Addiction resources parents, Is my teen abusing drugs, Painkillers kill, Teen heroin abuse, Teen opiate use
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March 7th, 2015

Factors that influence teen substance abuse

Q: Are some teens more likely than others to try drugs and/or alcohol? Read more

Tags: Help for parents of addicted teens, Painkillers kill, Parent resources teen drug use, Risk factors for teenage drug abuse, Warning signs teen drug use
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February 16th, 2015

Solving the opioid crisis: What can we do?

Within the last ten years, death by drug overdose has skyrocketed to one of the most common types of death in teens and young adults. Read more

Tags: Opiate abuse prevention tips, Painkillers kill, Rx addiction America, Solving opiate crisis, Ways to stop Rx addiction
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February 2nd, 2015

Setting the Addict Free From Blame

“She can stop whenever she wants.” “It’s his own fault.” “He brought this on himself.” Read more

Tags: 24/7 addiction help, Addiction hotline, HOPE line, Painkiller abuse help, Painkillers kill
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January 26th, 2015

You Are Never Alone: 24/7 Support Resources for Addicts and Their Families

If you or a loved one is struggling with an addition to drugs or alcohol, you may feel that you don’t know where to turn for help. Read more

Tags: Addiction help WNY, Family counseling WNY, Horizon Health Services, Painkillers kill, WNY addiction resources
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January 14th, 2015

How to keep calm, cool and collected when you suspect your child is abusing substances

If you suspect that your son or daughter is using or abusing substances including drugs and alcohol, you are probably going through many different emotions. Read more

Tags: Confront teen drug abuse, Family addiction help Buffalo NY, How to tell if your teen is using drugs, Is my teen using drugs, Painkillers kill
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December 23rd, 2014

Understanding the second stage of withdrawal: PAWS

Prescription opioid withdrawal can occur in two stages affecting the individual both mentally and physically. Read more

Tags: Painkillers kill, PAWS, Rx pill abuse, Side affects pain pills, Withdrawal from pain pills
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December 19th, 2014

Save the Michaels: The Story Behind Painkillers Kill

Since it’s the holiday season, we’d like to truly thank everyone who is helping to support and raise awareness for the Painkillers Kill campaign. Read more

Tags: Avi Isreal, Michael Isreal, Painkillers kill, Save the Michaels
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December 18th, 2014

Risks and dangers of IV drug use

Painkiller addiction can easily snowball out of control in severe and damaging ways. Read more

Tags: Dangers of IV drug use, Opiate overdose prevention, Overdose prevention, Painkillers kill, Risks IV drug use
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December 10th, 2014

Kyle’s story of addiction and HOPE

Here is the true story of a a man who overcame many obstacles to turn his life around. Read more

Tags: Addicted to pain pills WNY, Painkiller help Buffalo, Painkillers kill, True story of addiction, True story of recovery
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