Alcohol-linked death rates for women have gone up by 85% in the last decade. Dr. George Koob, director of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, has called alcohol "a growing women's health issue."
#ProofIsInTheNumbers#AlcoholAwarenessMonth
The holiday season can be hard for many, and you may find yourself or your loved ones are feeling sluggish and isolated. Check out these 10 activities you can do or suggest to others when the winter weather and holiday fatigue is too much.
Transgender people may turn to drugs and alcohol to cope with the stigma and discrimination they face. We can work together to reduce discrimination and substance use disorder among transgender people by bringing awareness to these topics and creating a safer environment!
Happy Halloween from your friends at MHPRC! Let's all have a safe, fun, and enchanted Halloween and talk to your friends and loved ones about ways to avoid drugs and alcohol. Head over to @NYSOASAS for more information on having a drug and alcohol free Halloween!
Saturday, October 29th from 10-2 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day! Drug Take Back Day helps you safely dispose of unneeded medications in your home. Go to @NYSOASAS for more information on how and where you can safely dispose of your prescription medications tomorrow!
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"If you or someone you know are in need of support, DIAL 311 or 1-800-832-1200 to connect with trained counselors and Orange County resources 24/7.
Most teens don’t drink. Let’s keep it that way!
Visit https://t.co/UjsADVb4uw to find prevention resources in the Hudson Valley region. #ForDrugHelp#SafeSummer
Please join us for Sessions 3 and 4 of our Cultural Humility Training Series presented by Earl Greene! Scan the QR codes below to register, or visit these links:
SESSION 3: https://t.co/B2V6EWtzmF
SESSION 4: https://t.co/72XmW4KyLX
Reducing Adult Addiction Must Begin with Youth Prevention! #OneChoice with Dr. Caroline DuPont and Nancy Pasquel featured on Prevention Leaders podcast. Listen and share to raise awareness and empower teens: https://t.co/FMSmov8F0z
Listen to "RADIO BOLD NEWS POD CONVERSATION WITH DR. TUCKER WOODS OF RESTORATIVE MANAGMENT AND WENDY BROWN OF THE SULLIVAN COUNTY DRUG TASK FORCE" by Bold Gold Media Group ⚓ https://t.co/EVPmk6uqF1
According to https://t.co/pgHhkwqj06, 188,000 kids under 21 go to the ER with alcohol-related problems each year.
Don’t serve alcohol to teens. #SafeSummer#ForDrugHelp
MHA is dedicated to addressing the mental health needs of the BIPOC community, and we know that society’s work is far from over in creating culturally informed, quality mental health equity for all.
"DIAL 311 or 1-800-832-1200 to connect with trained counselors 24/7."
Looking for more information on ADAC’s School of Addiction Studies program? Join us in person on August 9th or virtually on August 10th to learn more! https://t.co/6dkHeO0B3c
Initiating a conversation with a young person going through a hard time can be challenging, but it is an important part of the process of getting the right help. For tips on how to start the conversation, visit https://t.co/saqUop3sB8.
If you're looking for addiction help for yourself, or a friend or family member, the NYS Hopeline is available 24/7 to assist with finding treatment or other resources. Call 1-877-8-HOPENY or text 467369 to be connected to immediate help.