Determine your city and state policies and practices related to substance abuse.
Consider how education and prevention is handled.
List the types of documents you were able to locate, such as a prevention directory, educational videos, licensing and regulatory affairs, and substance abuse brochures.
Using the Internet, search your state's Department of Health Services, or Human Services Department policies, research, or reports pertaining to substance abuse prevention.
Write a 700- to 1,050 word-paper on your state's policies or actions on substance abuse prevention.
• Include your state's website for substance abuse and health and human services.
• Provide an overview of what your state is doing to help with the prevention and relapse issues.