Internet Web Site Resources
Alcohol and Drug Abuse Information
The following web sites contain researched information regarding Alcohol and Drug Abuse for kids, families, schools, communities and counseling agencies. While this list is not exclusive, it does offer a starting point in your search for information to help the person(s) you are concerned about. This list provides a brief description of the site. There are links associated with most sites which will jump across the worldwide web; or just use your favorite search engine to explore available research information. Beware that not all sites on the web provide scientifically researched information and anyone can publish a site. There are many sites available which provide “disinformation” to reinforce alcohol and drug use. When browsing the internet, look for recognized organizations with contact phone numbers. Enjoy the journey!
- Missouri Department of Mental Health-Division of Alcohol and Drug Abuse site.
- National Institute on Drug Abuse-site with many links, educational programs, online interactive education, Students and Young Adults section, Parents and Teachers section, and Researchers and Health Professionals section.
- Information about Meth Labs in Missouri. Good information on what to look for and methods of reporting suspected meth labs.
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Association-An Agency of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Great site for latest research, grants, education, many links, and probably the best site for obtaining free materials for all levels of intervention and prevention.
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National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism-with education, research, training, and many links.
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Al-anon and alateen have been a source of self-help for over 50 years. Site offers links and information available in different languages to help families and friends of people with alcoholism.
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National Association for Children of Alcoholics.
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Sites for information about adult children of alcoholics.
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Interesting site for teens seeking information on facts about chemical abuse and other issues directly affecting teenagers.
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SAMHSA and NIH sponsored site for teens to learn facts about underage drinking.
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SAMHSA sponsored site with information in a guide to Keeping Youth Mentally Healthy & Drug Free. Good links and parenting tips.
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SAMHSA sponsored site with information to prevent Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and other birth defects.
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SAMHSA sponsored site with shared information for parenting tips to help keep children drug free.
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A smorgasborg of addiction links to many professional organizations and self-help information.
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Burrell Behavioral Health, a division of CoxHealth providing behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and families. Located in Springfield, (417) 269-5400.
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The Street Terms database contains over 2,300 street terms that refer to specific drug types or drug activity. The database is used by police officers, parents, treatment providers and others who require a better understanding of drug culture.
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Missouri University Ellis Library-Government Documents Research Guide. Missouri Statistics: A-Z.
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NIDA's Research Report Series: Methamphetamine-Abuse and Addiction. Research information around Methamphetamine also linked in Spanish format.