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Visit our website to learn more about why K2 is such a dangerous drug. #dontbeazombie

[Drug Free Youth DC @drugfreedc]

Celebrating virtually or with members of your own household poses the lowest risk for spreading Covid19. Your household is anyone who currently lives & shares common spaces in your home. This can include family members, as well as roommates or people who are unrelated to you.

[Drug Free Youth DC @drugfreedc]

This Thanksgiving may look different for some of us, but there is still so much to be thankful for!

Happy Thanksgiving DC!

[Drug Free Youth DC @drugfreedc]

What can you do to help someone that is struggling with substance use?

If you know someone with a substance use disorder, consider speaking with a trusted adult or contact the @DBHRecoversDC access helpline at 1-888-7WE-HELP to help connect you to treatment providers.

[Drug Free Youth DC @drugfreedc]

Do you have questions about drugs, but don't know how to ask?
Sometimes, it takes courage to start the conversation with parents or other trusted adults, but they can help you get answers. If you’re not ready to talk to a parent quite yet, https://t.co/g7RjzpZKMW is here to help.

[DC Department of Behavioral Health @DBHRecoversDC]

Elections may evoke strong emotions for many people. These tips can help you reduce stress and anxiety - take a break from social media and limit your consumption of Election Day news coverage. For help call the Access Helpline 1-888-793-4357.

[Drug Free Youth DC @drugfreedc]

If you are no longer using prescription pills, dispose of them by contacting your local law enforcement agency or local pharmacy to find out if medication disposal is available. You can also call the @DBHRecoversDC Access HelpLine at 1-888-793-4357 for safe disposal locations.

[Drug Free Youth DC @drugfreedc]

#RecoveryMonth works to promote and support new evidence-based treatment and recovery practices, the emergence of a strong and proud recovery community, and the dedication of service providers and community members across the nation who make recovery in all its forms possible.

[Drug Free Youth DC @drugfreedc]

Mental health and substance misuse are issues that often coexist, especially in young people ages 16 –25. The combination of these conditions is commonly known as co-occurring disorders.

[K2ZombieDC @K2ZombieDC]

Check out this video highligting the dangers of bath salts. #drugfreedc

[DC Prevention Center @Dcpc1and2]

Jasmin - Bath Salts https://t.co/dprCSquFXR via @YouTube

Our YPLC worked for over 6 weeks learning about drug trends and created videos to share with the community about a drug topic of their choice.

Find all other projects on this link: https://t.co/unUwWKy30Z

[Drug Free Youth DC @drugfreedc]

# DYK: Brain development isn’t fully complete until the mid-20s. Alcohol and drug use can cause many negative effects such as:
• Difficulty thinking and problem solving.
• Problems with memory and learning.
• Impaired coordination.
• Difficulty maintaining attention.

[Drug Free Youth DC @drugfreedc]

Marijuana continues to be the most popular illegal drug, especially among DC youth and young adults. Marijuana causes both short and long term effects to the body and more importantly the brain. Learn more about marijuana and edibles here: https://t.co/jxYA1lJvlo

[Drug Free Youth DC @drugfreedc]

Hallucinogens cause hallucinations - seeing things, hearing sounds, and feeling sensations that are not real. If hallucinogens are used over a long period of time, they can cause psychosis, visual disturbances, paranoia, mood disturbances, and neurological disorders.

[Drug Free Youth DC @drugfreedc]

Self-care is the best care! Take time out for yourself. You deserve it! #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

[Drug Free Youth DC @drugfreedc]

Happy Memorial Day!! This Memorial Day, we honor the life of all the men and women who served this country.

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

Eid Mubarak to the DC Muslim community. Celebrations this year may look a little different, but the feeling of giving and generosity is still the same. Thank you for all you do for our city.

Sending you and your family joy on this special day.

[Drug Free Youth DC @drugfreedc]

During the summer months, violent crimes and hospitalizations associated with the use of K2 have been shown to increase. It’s more important than ever for DC residents to learn about the dangers and effects of synthetic drugs. https://t.co/6gmPw8sDSH

[HHS @HHSGov]

Mental illness is more common than you might think. Learn how to spot signs of #MentalHealth struggle so you can keep an eye on the people you care about: https://t.co/XiPbDoyZWQ

[Drug Free Youth DC @drugfreedc]

Synthetic drugs are chemical blends that mirror the effects of well-known drugs. Synthetic drugs are dangerous because the full danger of the chemicals in them is unknown. They are extremely harmful for people to consume by smoking, drinking, or eating. https://t.co/IWs3WIfrlG

[Drug Free Youth DC @drugfreedc]

#DYK: There is a link between mental health and addiction. Mental health & substance misuse are issues that often coexist, especially in young people. The younger someone is, the higher their risk of developing an addiction from experimenting with different substances.

[Drug Free Youth DC @drugfreedc]

There is so much stigma surrounding drug abuse. People who don’t understand addiction often blame the user for not being able to stop taking drugs instead of recognizing addiction as a medical condition. Addiction is an illness and it requires medical intervention. #EndtheStigma