Abbey Martin

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The facts on cocaine

Cocaine increases the levels of dopamine in the brain. Cocaine use increases the risk of serious health effects, including strokes, seizures, cardiac arrest and death.

Rachel Culp, Abbey Martin, Megan Allen, Cassandra Grinstead, Barrett Ebright Karnes | Dec 2025 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Gray level)

The facts on fentanyl

Fentanyl is a strong synthetic opioid used legallly for pain relief and illegally for the feelings of euphoria it produces. Even a small amount can be lethal.

Rachel Culp, Abbey Martin, Megan Allen, Cassandra Grinstead, Barrett Ebright Karnes | Dec 2025 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Gray level)

The facts on stimulants

Stimulants are drugs that increase central nervous system activity. Some stimulants are controlled substances and have the potential to be misused. Learn the facts on stimulant use and abuse in Oregon.

Rachel Culp, Abbey Martin, Megan Allen, Cassandra Grinstead, Barrett Ebright Karnes | Dec 2025 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Community Conversations bring rural leaders together to tackle mental health and substance use

OSU Extension convenes cross-sector partners — from sheriffs to health educators — to turn dialogue into action.

Jonathan Kauffman | Mar 26, 2024 | News story

How to Respond After a Suicide: A Guide for Extension Professionals

Explore the intricacies of suicide as a complex public health concern, outlining details on suicide rates in Oregon, postvention efforts and a toolkit designed for OSU Extension faculty and staff to link with ...

Rachel Culp, Abbey Martin, Breann Vandenberg, Dusti Linnell, Robin Maille, Ivan Estrada, Allison E. Myers, PhD, MPH | Mar 2024 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Orange level)