Underage alcohol consumption is a topic that caregivers, professionals, and community members need to remain vigilant about. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA) prompts us to have that discussion with our youth. Historically Alcohol use among teens was considered a rite of passage, and for some, that view remains. However, the world …
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The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMSHA) newest data confirms that young women aged 12-20 consume more alcohol than young men. Girls have an increased risk of memory impairment, alcohol-induced- blackouts, and a higher risk of trauma. And young women are more susceptible to long-term health consequences when drinking and binging. The best …
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A new U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory on Protecting Youth Mental Health has been created to address the exponential youth mental crisis. The global pandemics’ impact on pre-existing mental health issues has prompted an immediate intervention. The advisory provides recommendations for individuals, families, community organizations, technology companies, governments, and others that can improve the mental health …
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Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is a phone service providing support during a crisis or community connection for trans and questioning peers. A trans-led grassroots and non-profit organization advocating for equality also offer emotional and financial assistance. Transgender or questioning individuals experiencing suicidal trauma have a direct connection without fearing “non-consensual hospitalization and medical discrimination.” Open 24/7 …
NCHC’s WARM4Women program continues to increase access to training geared toward working with pregnant and parenting women. We are pleased to announce an upcoming training for the Development of the Eat, Sleep, Console Care Tool with Bonnie Whalen on February 14th from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EST, 10 am MST, 9 am PST. This …
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This week, Addiction Policy Forum launched “Campaña de Prevención de Opioides,”a public health media campaign to help prevent adolescent substance use, now available in both English and Spanish. To view the campaign launch webinar, click here. Given recent increases in overdose deaths among LatinX communities and the dire need for evidence-based, culturally appropriate prevention resources, …
The Choices Community Addiction Recovery Education 101 training continues to reach audiences in need of this knowledge to improve engagement and improve outcomes. Do you know someone that wants to improve their understanding of addiction and recovery? This foundational class can provide much insight to better help workers or loved ones improve their engagement with …
The 2022 National Hispanic and Latino Executive Leadership and Fellowship Program is a leadership development program designed to help entry-level to mid-level career leaders/managers become great leaders in their field. The program focuses on leadership capacity building offering behavioral health leaders the opportunity to discover and expand their leadership strengths and be better prepared when new and greater opportunities come up. The goal …
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