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Reducing county risk factors and decreasing substance abuse rates among youth and adults in Pasco County. #PreventionPower #PascoProud #ConnectAuthentically

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"Integrated care places mental health clinicians side by side with physical health clinicians in other specialties."

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Do you have a New Year's resolution? We hope for many companies it will be doing more to promote and support mental health!
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We live somewhere with lots of access to "blue spaces." How do you think blue spaces can affect mental health?
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Florida Atlantic University and Georgia State University have partnered on a program to assist children and families affected by addiction.

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Read how one construction company put together what is now regarded as a model for suicide prevention in the construction industry.

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Spiritual leaders play a valuable role in addressing substance abuse.

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It is so important for medical providers to have conversations with their patients about drug and alcohol use. https://t.co/mQSoRvPu5X

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"There is a huge correlation between trauma in childhood even and substance dependence later in life, as well as traumatic events throughout one’s life." An important discussion on the importance of addressing trauma in substance abuse recovery.

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Let's talk about reducing mental health stigma at work. What do you think can be done?
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Holiday season can be especially hard for some of us. How are you taking extra care of yourself, your loved ones, and your community?

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Interesting read on the role pharmacists can play in addressing mental health and substance abuse in their communities.

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Interesting discussion of smartphones, social media, and mental health. What do you think?
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Important conversations on mental health challenges for children in rural communities.
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"The heightened understanding of addiction has helped shift public perception about the problem stemming from a moral failing or character flaw. It’s also fueling efforts to offer treatment options rather than law enforcement punishment to those who spiral out of control."

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Grandfamilies are often impacted by substance use. Check out this webinar where grandfamilies shared their challenges, strengths, and resources.

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"Every day cities, towns, and villages across the country face challenges posed by mental illness, substance use disorder and homelessness. An effective response by municipal leaders requires a comprehensive, multi-sector approach."

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Five Virginia universities have teamed up to provide support to local organizations in their research, treatment and prevention of opioid and other substance-use issues. What is the potential for a higher education collaboration in Florida?

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Students at a medical school in New England are building skills to recognize and communicate with people suffering from substance use disorder. This is such an important part of their work as future physicians and we applaud including this in medical school curriculum!

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Alena Balasanova, MD, is helping to fill the gaps in addiction psychiatry and medication-assisted treatment.

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Check out this report from the National League of Cities on addressing mental health, substance use, and homelessness.