May 21, 2020
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Dementia Aware: what you need to know about driving when you have dementia Driving is a complex activity involving many regions of the brain working simultaneously. Due to the progression of brain damage, the person with dementia gradually loses the ability to drive safely, and recent studies reveal that
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Mental health problems and drug use seem to go together…Kids with ADHD, ODD and Conduct Disorder are more likely to use drugs, sniff glue or gasoline. Teens and young adults with poorly managed or misdiagnosed PTSD, Depression, Bulimia, Schizophrenia have an increased risk of abusing alcohol, pain meds, marijuana…. Alert:
Firefighters & EMTs alike have a physically, emotionally, and psychologically challenging occupation. As a consequence, a notable percentage of these professionals face the prospect of substance use disorder or alcoholism. Fortunately, there are some effective resources available to firefighters or EMTs who want to overcome addiction. The Challenging Professional Lives