Study: Unkindness linked to alcohol, drug abuse in black populations
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"It's no surprise that people who believe they receive frequent unfair treatment from strangers feel enough emotional pain that leads them to self-coping behaviors such as alcohol and drug use, but this study shows that there is significant … Read more on HealthCanal.com
Rogelio Flores ends era in substance abuse treatment court
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The Substance Abuse Treatment Court is an arm of the Santa Barbara County Probation Department, and offers offenders with drug, alcohol and mental-health problems a choice to get clean in an 18-month program or go to jail. “Grow where you're planted. Read more on Santa Maria Times
Bridge bomb plotters sentenced to prison, drug treatment
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Connor Stevens, 20, was sentenced to 97 months, about 8 years, in prison. All three defendants will undergo substance abuse treatment and face lifetime supervision upon release. Each sentence was more than the minimum required, but far less than the … Read more on WCSH-TV