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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…

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