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Nov. 29, 2018

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Discovery of the first common genetic risk factors for ADHD

A global team of researchers has found the first common genetic risk factors associated with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a complex condition affecting around one in 20 children.

Discovery of the first common genetic risk factors for ADHD

Nov. 28, 2018

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Oregon Behavioral Health Workers Vote Overwhelmingly to Join AFSCME

A total of 279 behavioral health professionals at Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare in Portland, Ore., voted overwhelmingly in recent weeks to join Oregon AFSCME.

Oregon Behavioral Health Workers Vote Overwhelmingly to Join AFSCME

Oct. 10, 2018

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Workers at Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare Say They Are Determined to Unionize

Workers at Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare are finding out just how empowering it is to organize for a voice on the job–to communicate and find common ground with their coworkers with the goal of forming a union.

Workers at Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare Say They Are Determined to Unionize

Oct. 02, 2018

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What are the essential weapons needed to wage war against opioid addiction

A new study conducted by the New Jersey Reentry Corporation (NJRC) recommends replicating best-practice models in Vermont, Texas and Rhode Island, which emphasize sharing information among all the elements that go into successful treatment and recovery.

What are the essential weapons needed to wage war against opioid addiction

Sep. 06, 2018

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AFSCME Members Rally for Safe Staffing Levels After Attack on Co-Worker

AFSCME members in Washington state are demanding solutions to ensure worker safety after one of their co-workers – sister Christa Butters – was assaulted by a patient who had a history of violence.

AFSCME Members Rally for Safe Staffing Levels After Attack on Co-Worker