In the News

  • thesandpaper.net - Parents: Communicate With Your College Student

    Posted 11/22/2023

    PDFNJ underscores the importance of parents engaging in open and supportive dialogues about mental health and substance use with college students returning home for the holiday season.

  • Home for the Holidays: Talking to College Students

    Posted 11/16/2023

    MILLBURN, NJ — When college students return home at the end of the semester, it is important for parents to provide a safe channel of communication to discuss the pressures they experienced at school. PDFNJ offers parents guidance on how to engage their children in conversations about mental health and substance use.

  • nj.com - PDFNJ Executive Director named ‘Hero’ in Authority Magazine series

    Posted 11/14/2023

    In an interview with Authority magazine, Angelo Valente, the Executive Director of the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey, reflects on the organization’s groundbreaking efforts in drug misuse prevention and public health education.

  • morristowngreen.com: The unseen struggles of our veterans

    Posted 11/11/2023

    Veterans Day brings attention to the mental health and addiction challenges faced by many veterans. Enhancing access to programs and services is crucial, highlighting a national responsibility towards their rehabilitation and overall well-being.

  • Veterans Day Reminder: The Unseen Struggle with PTSD and Addiction

    Posted 11/10/2023

    As Veterans Day draws near, we are reminded to pay homage to the brave individuals who serve our nation. This solemn day calls for more than reflection; it demands an acknowledgment of the stark realities many veterans contend with post-service, especially the battles waged against mental health disorders and addiction.

  • Webinar to Examine Effective Evidence-Based Solutions to Opioid Epidemic

    Posted 11/6/2023

    MILLBURN, NJ ­— A national expert will highlight evidence-based community solutions to the opioid crisis in the next webinar of the Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day Learning Series, organized by the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey (PDFNJ), the Office of the New Jersey Coordinator for Addiction Responses and Enforcement Strategies (NJ CARES) and the Opioid Education Foundation of America (OEFA).

  • app.com: New Jersey needs a new strategic plan to end its opioid crisis

    Posted 11/5/2023

    To combat New Jersey's opioid epidemic effectively, it is imperative that the settlement funds are utilized to develop a comprehensive strategy. This entails building a strong network for care and prevention, directing resources toward addiction treatment and mental health services, and executing precise prevention programs.

  • news.yahoo.com: New Jersey needs a new strategic plan to end its opioid crisis

    Posted 11/5/2023

    New Jersey's response to the opioid crisis requires a comprehensive strategy, emphasizing the need for robust care networks and prevention programs. To do so, they need to utilize the settlement funds for addiction treatment and mental health services.

  • njspotlightnews.org: Designated medication drop-off locations in NJ

    Posted 11/3/2023

    About 53% of people who misuse pain relievers in the United States obtain the medication from friends or relatives. The Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey is observing its annual American Medicine Chest Challenge National Day of Awareness, emphasizing the importance of safe disposal practices, securing medications, and fostering open discussions about the risks of prescription drug misuse.

  • PDFNJ Champions Rx Safety with 15th Annual Awareness Challenge

    Posted 11/2/2023

    MILLBURN, NJ — The Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey is set to observe its 15th Annual American Medicine Chest Challenge National Day of Awareness on Saturday, November 11. This public health initiative aims to educate the public on the perils of prescription drug misuse and promotes safe disposal practices through the AMCC 5-Step Challenge.