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Films on Demand

Films on Demand Master Academic Collection
The Master Academic Collection of streaming videos by Films on Demand provides online access to over 7,500 full length videos and 90,000 video clips. It covers the areas of Business & Economics, Humanities & Social Sciences, Science & Mathematics and Health & Medicine, as well as Archival Films & Newsreels. Please note that High-speed Internet access is required with a minimum of 380 kbps DSL, or 500 kbps Cable Modem connectivity.

Substance Abuse in the Elderly
Faced with complex regimens of medication and diminished tolerances for alcohol, many elderly Americans run the risk of falling into the trap of substance abuse.
Study Drugs: Brain Boost or Epic Fail?
Some teens have turned to using so-called study drugs to give them the boost they think they need to keep up. Study Drugs: Brain Boost or Epic Fail? discusses the reality and risk of misusing these drugs and healthy alternatives for keeping up and doing your best academically.
Understanding the Opioid Epidemic
This program traces the causes behind the unprecedented growth in the use of prescription opioids and the devastating impact these drugs are having in virtually every part of America. It captures the story of the opioid crisis through personal stories and interviews with experts and reveals the tragic impact of the overuse of prescription painkillers on individuals, families, and communities.
Meth Storm
With unparalleled access on both sides of the issue, this 90-minute HBO Documentary Film is at once a cautionary tale of meth addiction in rural America, and a high-stakes drama told from inside the war on drugs.
The Dangerous Battle Against Deadly Fentanyl
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This synthetic opioid, often mixed with heroin, is so toxic that people easily overdose and drug agents don special suits to handle it.