The local heroin crisis has rightfully received a lot of attention, but alcohol is still the most-abused drug in the U.S. It wrecks lives, devastates families, and is responsible for more than 4,300 deaths each year among those under the age of 21. Coalition for a CEO Mary Haag, CEO Nan Franks, and Behavioral Health Outpatient Therapist with , Steven Durkee, discuss alcohol abuse, treatment and prevention.
If you or someone you know needs help with alcohol or drug abuse, you can contact: Alcoholism and Addiction Council of Greater Cincinnati: 513-281-7422; St. Elizabeth 24 hour help line: 859-301-5966; Coalition for a Drug Free Cincinnati: 513-751-8000; National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. ; or,