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Monday, July 31, 2006 1:14 PM
posted by R. Shock

"Bagging" Mothballs

Young people have been abusing common, everyday substances to get high as far as anyone can remember. In the past, doctors have treated teens and young adults for huffing gasoline, sniffing glue, and even drinking mouthwash. Now, researchers have identified a new practice; inhaling the vapors from and, sometimes, chewing mothballs. Yes, mothballs.

CNN reports that this discovery comes at a time when abuse of household substances and prescription drugs is on the rise with young people, while abuse of illegal substances (i.e. marijauna, cocaine, etc.) is on the decline.

Click here to read the full report, courtesy of CNN.com
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Rolf B. Gainer, Ph.D., Diplomate ABDA, is the Chief Executive Office at Brookhaven Hospital and the Vice President of Rehabilitation Institutes of America. Dr. Gainer has been involved in the design and operation of treatment programs since 1977.

Stephen Harnish, MD is the Medical Director of Brookhaven Hospital. Dr. Harnish is a member of the American Psychiatric Association and is well known in Oklahoma for his informative radio and television appearances.

Aric Thorpe, MHR, is Brookhaven Hospital's Pastoral Liaison Representative. He conducts the quarterly Minister's Lifeline series and provides mental health information to pastors and clergy.

Sarah McGee serves as the Community Education Provider for Brookhaven Hospital. She provides information on mental health and drug and alcohol treatment to healthcare professionals in Oklahoma and surrounding states.

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