Risks of Substance Use Linked to a Child’s Early Years

Year: 2022

Resolution Number: 43

Action Taken: Withdrawn

Status:

Author(s): Robert Sain, MD

Sponsor: Robert Sain, MD

On behalf of: Washtenaw County Delegation

Committee: E (Science and Education Affairs)

Resolved Section(s):
RESOLVED: That MSMS support and encourage the implementation of screening tools such as the Rapid Adolescent Prevention Screener (RAPS), the PHQ9, and the GAD-7 to detect high risk behaviors and mental health conditions such as substance use, smoking, and vaping in adolescent patients aged 12 to 20; and be it furtherRESOLVED: That MSMS support and encourage the continuing education of all physicians treating very young children (0-5 years of age and older) who suffer from deprivation (of love) and adolescents who are already using addictive substances (marijuana, alcohol, opioids, including heroin), and cocaine.

Fiscal Note:

Resolution: View PDF for Risks of Substance Use Linked to a Child’s Early Years

For More Information, Contact:

Rebecca Blake , Senior Director
Health Care Delivery and Education
517-336-5732
rblake@msms.org