Drugs and alcohol can harm a baby before and after birth. It is never too late to stop using a drug. A mother who stops using alcohol or drugs at any time increases the chances that her baby will be born healthy. Contact the Oakland County Health Division PACE Unit for help at 248-858-5200 or toll-free 1-888-350-0900 ext. 85200 (appointments are required).

There are a number of organizations that can help you figure out what to do if you believe you need help for an alcohol or drug problem. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has a special Treatment Locator Web site and toll-free phone number (1-800-662-HELP) dedicated to helping individuals locate drug and alcohol abuse treatment programs in their communities.

You can encourage your student to contact someone in the Counseling and Student Development Center on campus, or to seek out a resource in the local community. Below is contact information for several campus and local resources. Judicial Affairs frequently refers to students to these resources as well. Services: substance abuse consultation, education, screening, assessment, referrals, and individual and group counseling.

Sometimes it's difficult to tell if your teen is using alcohol or drugs. Parents may worry that their teens are involved with drugs or alcohol if they become withdrawn or negative, although these behaviors are common for teens going through challenging times. It is important not to accuse your teen unfairly and to try to discover why your teen's behavior has changed by telling him or her that you are concerned.

Casa Palmera's multidisciplinary staff treats individuals with co-occurring addictions as well as eating disorders and trauma such as post traumatic stress disorder. If you think you might have a problem with alcohol or drugs, speak with one of our intake coordinators and together we will determine how we can meet your needs effectively.

You can call Narconon's 24 hour hotline at 1-888-774-2345 for information about treatment programs in your local community and to speak to someone about an alcohol problem. Or go to the Need Help Now? section of this website. Many people also benefit from support groups. For information on local support meetings run by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), call your local AA chapter (check your local phone directory under "Alcoholism") or call 212-870-3400.

The Division of Behavioral Healthcare offers a range of mental health and substance abuse services. If you would like more information or need help urgently, please call our Emergency Mental Health Services Hotline at 703-228-5160... More Info > >

Any use of a substance by your teen should be taken seriously. If you believe your teen is abusing one or more substances, perhaps the most important thing you can do is encourage open communication with him or her. Try to be nonjudgmental and emotionally supportive during this time. In most cases, aggressive confrontation only serves to further isolate the teen from the family. The type of treatment your teen needs depends on his or her level of substance abuse.

SAMHSA's National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information (NCADI) stocks many materials that everyone can use to improve their communities. Whether you want to focus on a particular issue, such as alcoholism or teen smoking, or you want to target a particular population, such as adolescent girls or a particular racial group, we have information that can help.

If your teen is using alcohol, tobacco, or drugs, take it seriously. One of the most important things you can do is to talk openly with your teen about the problem. Urge him or her to do the same. Try not to use harsh, judging words. Be as supportive as you can during this time. In most cases, a hostile, angry face-to-face meeting pushes your teen away from the family. The type of treatment your teen needs depends on the level of substance abuse.

Drugs, alcohol, smoking, and sexual activity are strictly forbidden and constitute, along with general misconduct, grounds for immediate dismissal from camp without a refund.

Smoking, illicit drug use and alcohol use are never save during pregnancy. These substances increase your risk of having a miscarriage, a baby with birth defects or a premature baby. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome is a VERY serious problem during pregnancy so stopping during conceiving is important. Children whose parents smoke have a greater chance of dying from sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), and they also have more colds and ear infections while growing up.

Do I really understand the problem that my son/daughter faces in today’s society? Ask yourself: (when your son/daughter is away at school)

The way to find out for sure is to call a licensed alcohol/drug counselor and ask for an evaluation. The evaluation generally takes four sessions. Anything you and the counselor talk about will be held in strictest confidence.

If you have missed a period, or if your period is late, you can take a pregnancy (urine) test to find out if you are pregnant. We can do a pregnancy test for you and have counsellors available to discuss your options with you. You can also see your doctor to be tested. Stress or changes in your lifestyle can affect your menstrual cycle too, so that may be why your period is late.

Contact Holcomb Behavioral Health Services in Media (484) 444-0412 and speak with a Prevention Specialist. You may also want to contact your primary care physician. They can offer advice and strategies for parents to help a child who may be using drugs.