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5/27/2019

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 Ketamine Clinics for Depression

The anesthetic ketamine is increasingly being used off-label for depression. The drug seems to work rapidly, frequently in a matter of hours and lasting up to two weeks, but its long-term side effects are unknown. It’s also not clear if there’s a significant risk of addiction. Because those seeking care are often so desperate for relief, they’re willing to accept the risks, cost – a single infusion can cost hundreds of dollars, – and the uncertainties. Two decades ago, ketamine was known as an anesthetic used in pet surgery and a party drug nicknamed “special K” that was popular at raves. Now, it’s the hottest new treatment for depression that hasn’t responded despite psychotherapy or antidepressants. Dozens of ketamine “clinics” offering infusions have popped up across the United States over the past few years, everywhere from big cities like New York, Houston and Los Angeles to Boise, Idaho, and Charleston, S.C. Ketamine is approved by the FDA only as an anesthetic, not for depression. If it is used for depression, it must be combined with complex regimens of other psychiatric medications that treat depression. Some patients have undergone ketamine infusions for years, while others have seen its effects fade over time. More information here.

The Drug Overdose Epidemic in Indiana: Behind the Numbers
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Drug overdose deaths, more specifically opioid-involved deaths, have continued
to rise in Indiana and impact people of all races, sexes, ages and locations.

Opioids continue to be the most frequently found substance in overdose deaths.
Public health officials, law enforcement and other stakeholders should also be
concerned about polysubstance use and the rise in deaths involving non-opioid
substances, such as cocaine, benzodiazepines and amphetamines.

In 2017, there were over 1,800 drug overdose deaths in Indiana averaging to
five Hoosiers a day. The primary driver of overdose deaths is opioids as three out
of the five Hoosiers who died from an overdose each day involved an opioid.

Differences exist between male and female overdose rates. Males made
up 64% of all overdose deaths in 2017 and are at a higher risk of overdose than
females. The risk for women has increased over the years, suggesting that both
sexes struggle with substance use disorders. This same trend is seen for opioid-
involved overdose deaths.

The rise in opioid-involved overdose deaths has been attributed to multiple
factors. The first wave of the epidemic began in the late 1990s with the
increased prescribing of opioids. The second wave began in the middle to late
2000s when individuals who could no longer receive legal medications chose to
opt for the cheaper alternative of heroin. The third wave, beginning in Indiana primarily in 2014, was likely driven by illicitly manufactured fentanyl (IMF) and
fentanyl analogs that are an even cheaper and more potent alternative to heroin.

An increase in drug case submissions of fentanyl and its analogs were seen by
the Indiana State Police prior to the third wave. The IMF market continues to
change, and IMF is now found in combination with heroin, cocaine and
counterfeit pills 2. The influx of IMF into non-opioid substances places all
substance users at risk of overdose death. (Indiana State Department of Health)
Traumatic Brain Injury and Opioid Use Disorder Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is common among people who have a substance use disorder. Over 20% of non-institutionalized adults in the United States have had at least one TBI with a loss of consciousness, and this estimate more than doubles among people with a substance use disorder. Individuals with occurring substance use disorders and mental health problems are even more likely to have a history of TBI. The
increased vulnerability for misuse and addiction to other substances (e.g., alcohol) among people with TBI suggests the same may be true with opioids.

People with a history of TBI have risk factors for opioid use disorder: 
• More frequent headaches
• More likely to experience chronic pain
• More likely to be prescribed opioids
• Increased impulsive behavior that makes it difficult to self-regulate substance
use, due to damage to the prefrontal cortex during the traumatic brain injury.

Opioid use disorder may increase risk for future brain injury:

• Opioid overdoses can cause “anoxic” brain damage due to lack of oxygen to
the brain, often leading to repeated brain injuries.
• Opioid overdose can also lead to falls due to loss of consciousness, causing
TBI. The defining feature of TBI is damage to the frontal lobes of the brain which can reduce concentration, memory, planning, problem-solving or communication, as well as self-regulation skills like impulse control, emotional inhibition and self-awareness. These skills are the building blocks for successful opioid use disorder treatment.

Pharmaceutical Company Faces Federal Crime Charges

For the first time in U.S. history, federal authorities are bringing drug-trafficking charges against a major pharmaceutical distributor, Rochester Drug Cooperative, and two of its former executives. Rochester Drug Cooperative is accused of selling oxycodone pills and fentanyl products to pharmacies that were distributing drugs illegally. The company was ultimately “charged with conspiring to distribute drugs, conspiracy to defraud the United States and failing to file suspicious order reports.” One executive has pleaded guilty and is working with prosecutors. The other pleaded not guilty and, if convicted, faces a mandatory 10-year minimum sentence and a maximum of life in prison.
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Memorial Day: is under age drinking a big deal?

5/20/2019

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Memorial Day is only one week away, and the three day weekend is traditionally a time for celebrations: barbeques, lounging in the backyard, and perhaps opening the pool for the season. And for many parents, Memorial Day could be a time to loosen up, bend the rules, and let an underage child drink an alcoholic beverage.

​Besides, 
Is it really a big deal to let my 18 year old drink? After all, we're at home. 

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But according to Dr. Vivian Faden in a CNN article, "If parents have a liberal idea about alcohol, kids may get the wrong message...Underage drinking can lead to injuries, fatal car accidents, risky sexual behavior, and there's also potential risk to the developing brain."
If parents have a liberal idea about alcohol, kids may get the wrong message.
Many parents think about allowing their underage children to have a celebratory drink. But experts say that this is asking for trouble: underage drinking can lead to brain effects, liver effects, and growth and endocrine effects according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. Additionally, individuals who begin drinking at an early age run a higher risk of developing serious alcohol problems and addiction later in life. 

Making up "house rules" and serving alcohol to underage youth and young adults in your home could not only lead to trouble for those young people, but also for yourself as a parent or provider. All states prohibit providing alcohol to anyone under the age of 21. It doesn't matter if it is being sold, given, provided, or supplied--these actions are punishable by law. And "supplying" might be different than a person would assume: allowing a person under 21 to be in a home where alcohol is stored without restricted access qualifies as "supplying" to minors. 

So, what should parents do? 

Talk to your kids. 

It's easy to say "don't drink and drive," but often, the conversation stops there. Find out if the young people in your life know the harmful effects alcohol can have on the brain. Ask them if they know what binge drinking is, and be honest with them about the risks. 

This Memorial Day, choose to say "no" to serving alcohol to those who are underage, and instead, have a candid conversation with your child. 
Video Credit: Missouri Safe and Sober 
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Interested in Leadership and Community Change?

5/13/2019

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Have you ever thought about working with a nonprofit? Do you seek opportunities for leadership? Would you like to learn how to analyze data to track community change? Would you consider yourself a creative visionary?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, you might want to consider joining JCDPC's Youth Sector. 
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This week is National Prevention Week, and it's the perfect time to join the conversation around preventing substance abuse and misuse. JCDPC's prevention efforts include a focus on education, enforcement, treatment, prevention, and coordination with other agencies. As a member of JCDPC's Youth sector, you could be a part of planning initiatives, speaking to stakeholders, raising awareness, and implementing strategies for change. 

As a youth member, you could make a difference in your community by traveling to Washington D.C. for the CADCA National Leadership Forum and taking part in the Capitol Hill Day where coalitions from around the country speak to legislators on behalf of local communities. 

JCDPC believes that youth are today's leaders. We want to give youth a platform to share ideas and concerns, and to contribute to building a better Jay County for generations to come. 

To start the conversation, email maggie@jcdpc.org. 
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Balance Act

5/6/2019

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National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day is this week! This awareness day was created more than a ten years ago to shine a light on the importance of caring for every child's mental health. Positive mental health is a vital part of healthy development for adolescents.  

JCDPC is contributing to the conversation by hosting an event called "Ballance Act" on May 29th! Dr. Michelle Drouin, researcher and social media expert, is coming to Jay County for the event. Balance Act, hosted by Jay County Community Partners will take place at the Jay Community Center and the John Jay Center for Learning. 

The same evening, an adult learning session will be held at Jay County High School in the library at 6:00PM (doors will open at 5:30). The evening event is open to the public and is free of charge. 

Dr. Drouin will speak on the influence and addictive nature of social media during both the daytime and evening events. Dr. Drouin is a psychologist, professor, TEDx keynote speaker, and expert witness. 
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Both events are brought to Jay County by Jay Community Partners* through the Mental Health America Indiana Grant. Special thanks to FCC of Portland for helping sponsor this event. 

For more information on either event, or to volunteer, contact Maggie Neal (maggie@jcdpc.org). 

*Jay County Drug Prevention Coalition, Youth Service Bureau, Purdue Extension, Meridian Health Services, and Jay County Schools. ​
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Portland, Indiana
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​As a community partner we support, advocate, and promote legal, state, and national efforts to prevent and reduce the harmful effects of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use among youth and adults in Jay County, Indiana.

The Jay County Drug Prevention Coalition (JCDPC) is part of the statewide network of the
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