Western Queens Prevention Services
RESOURCES:Professionals
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www.healthykids.org American Academy of Pediatrics : information on issues related to physical and emotional health and development.
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www.aaap.org American Academy of Addictions Psychiatry: contains information on treatment options and educational information on substance abuse related topics.
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www.APA.org American Psychological Association: information on mental health related topics.
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www.drugfree.org National Institute on Drug Abuse: information for educators, parents, kids and teens. Website contains activities and videos that can be used in classrooms and support parents' efforts to talk to their children about substance use.
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www.ccf.ny.gov NYS Council on Children and Families: contains information on different state agencies working with different health and development issues within NYS.
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www.oasas.ny.gov Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS): contains information on different programs related to smoking, drinking, gambling, and drug addiction. Website has links to a provider directory, informational brochures downloads, and training information.
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www.samhsa.gov Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): contains information on various topics related to substance use and mental health, with helpful treatment links.
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Too Smart to Start Too Smart to Start: youth oriented program designed by SAMSHA. Website contains materials for school implementation.
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www. drugfreeworld.org Multimedia website with options for online education, documentaries and free downloadable brochures with information on drugs, their effects and ways to prevent their use. The easy to navigate site includes 14 language options.