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Show Of Illt6r6St Forum that they will know that it is important to the majority of the people in this country to have more financial support given to the quality education of future generations. Leadcrsofthecommunity.thecounty, state, and country have decided to flippantly call us the X generation because they think we want everything right now. They think that we cant wait for anything. I say, let them call us whatever they want, maybe theyre right; if we wait there may not be an environment worth saving left I also say, send them a message in return, let us tell them that what we want right now is more! More support for the environment, more money for educa-tioand better legislation based not on who is getting more in their pocket, but who is giving more to further positive environmental change. Apathosia Sets In Across The Country environment that allows us to have those standards of freedom. Instead of teaching the value of the environment after probIts always amazing to see the changes lems occur, in essence teaching defensive children should be taught how to taking place now that spring is here. The tactics, care for and nurture the environment, so newly budding life, the change in the lives and the lives weather, everyone seems refreshed, some that it will sustain their This is even look like they are thawing out And of their children for years to come. with the change in the season comes the called sustainable habitation! There are environmental education and opportunity for change in thought, action many good comin and process. With this opportunity comes protection programs going on the choice. Some choose to be apathetic, and munity now, but without continued support and pressure from voters, like yoursome choose to act. The ironic thing about choosing to be self, these programs will die. Not only do we need to vote so that apathetic is that, whether those people we can live in health instead of recovery, realize it or not, they are making a differI ence. For example, over 50 pecent of the we need to choose to be involved. may be I believe that one person voting population chooses not to vote. By an optimist, but making the conscious choice to not vote they are subsidizing the actions of those who do. In effect they are voting. When these people give up their vote, they are Ginny DeWitt, coordinator passively voting for less control in how their children are or will be educated, they are passively voting for less control in how the land is managed, and they are passively voting on how their tax money is spent. By not voting they are passively voting to give the control to those who may or may not have their best interests and their ideals in mind. They are giving control for change to the minority; a mido nority which consists of those who vote, large corporations, the people curDependence on alcohol or other and on Hill, Capitol rently residing drugs is a widespread problem. cial interest groups. Many times, people dont recognize This directly affects the environment. it. Chemical dependency is simply not and control their getting up By giving the inability to control the use of is telling the apathetic majority involved, some physical substance not the governing bodies of our local, state being able to quit, and not being and federal regions that it is OK to spend able to limit how much is used. If less money on environmental education you have a dependency problem, and more on building pipelines, mines, recognizing it can help you to move etc., that border our pristine national parks towards a happier and healthier life. and destroy or devalue our few remaining natural areas. This environmental educaMyths tion or awareness is essential to the surYou might think of a chemically vival of future generations. Although I dependent person as someone who would agree that defending the ideals of cant live without their drink or freedom that this country was based on is drugs, who is often drunk or important, I would at the same time ask stoned, who uses every day, or is that equal consideration be given to the weak-wille- d irresponsible, immoral, , or even evil. The fact is, a person can be chemically dependent Michael Nelson Contributing Writer can make a positive difference. It only takes one person to deface a canyon wall with graffiti, one person to insult a beautiful desert canyon with fire rings or litter. But one person can set a good example by picking up that same trash, cleaning up that fire ring, removing the graffiti, or teaching our children and others why these things shouldnt occur in the first place. One person can go to the next election and say, I am making a difference, give me a ballot. Give me a ballot so that I can say how I feel, so that I can let the people who are making the decisions about my life and future generations know that what I think is important; so that they will know that I want stricter laws concerning graffiti in the canyons, litter in the desert; so Here's To Your Health 11 April 19, 1994 n, , . A service of the Prevention Program . Diagnosing Dependency . The Sun: Our Fun But Deadly Friend Irma Noriega Forum Staff Writer Suntanned skin is losing lure as people become aware of the danger of sun exposure. Suntanning is no longer viewed as a symbol of prosperity, luxury or health. Dermatologists have alerted the public to the fact that frequent suntan baths can lead to skin cancer. According to statistics of the Skin Cancer Foundation, some half million Americans will develop skin cancer this year. Some cases will be diagnosed as basal cell carcinomas; others will be malignant melanomas. The incidence of malignant melanomas, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation, is increasing at a faster rate than any other form of cancer . Besides causing skin cancer, frequent exposure to sun light can also lead to premature aging of the skin. The use of sunscreen in conjunction with staying out of the sun during peak hours are some of the recommendations dedermatologists suggest as the best skin fense against skin cancer. Reckless exposure to direct ultraviolet rays should be avoided at all costs. without showing such obvious signs, and dependency can cause serious problems in a persons life. . We are gradually beginning to realize that a persons genetic makeof up may affect his or her chances becoming dependent, and that dependency is often a physical condition that cannot be cured by Neglecting J responsibilities ' can be a symptom of chemical dependency. Using the substance to forget about problems or worries. Doing things while under the influence that cause regret afterwards. Not being able to enjoy an event without the substance.' Us'ing much more than other 'people in a social gathering. Neglecting responsibilities in ; order to use the substance. Family, friends, or employer expressing concern about substance use. Being willing to do almost anything to get the substance. Financial or legal problems from using the substance. Problems Caused Symptoms Ot Dependency By Dependency love: Trying to cut down or to quit using some substance,' and failing at it. Blackouts, or lapses of memory, after use. Using the substance while alone, or hiding the evidence of use. actions. What To Do Recognizing that there is a problem is the first step towards recovering from chemical dependency. If you think you might have a problem of this type, here are some steps you ' can take: . willpower alone. Here are some signs that might indicate a chemical dependency problem in you or someone you around them are hurt by their . ' ' Chemically dependent people often act unwisely or inappropriately . while under the influence of their drug. They may act in ways that will embarrass them later, such as by telling dirty jokes at a party. They may endanger their health and lives, and the lives of others, by having unsafe sex, or by driving while intoxicated. They may lose their jobs or families as people Acknowledge the problem openly. Limit time spent with people who t encourage drug use, or who is a believe that dependency problem of weak will. Seek professional help from doctors or therapists who deal with chemical dependency and recovery. You might benefit from counseling or a recovery program at a hospital or private clinic. Seek out the support of people who are recovering themselves. programs such as Many Alcoholics Anonymous are available for various types of dependencies. Your employee assistance program can help you find these and other helpful resources. 12-ste- p 11989 PARLAY INTERNATIONAL |