Prescription Drug Abuse Training Objectives

• Inform participants about current drug trends within Ohio
• Provide education about opportunities to combat prescription drug abuse
• Highlight areas of prescription drug abuse access and availability
• Provide a forum for discussing the impact of prescription drugs in Wood County
• Determine strategies for addressing prescription drug abuse

Prescription Drug Abuse Training Outcomes

At the conclusion of the Prescription drug abuse training, participants will have a better understanding of the negative impact prescription drug abuse has had on the state of Ohio as well as activities and resources to combat them. Opportunities for sharing, networking, and planning will be provided to delve into the impact of prescription drug abuse issues within Wood County and to devise appropriate prevention strategies for the SPF/SIG target population of 18-25 year olds.