What can caregivers do to help teens make responsible choices around drugs and alcohol? Caregivers must educate themselves about the impacts of alcohol and drugs by actively seeking information through reading and asking questions. It's crucial to understand teenage culture, including their interests and social media. Familiarize yourself with the current drug information. Look for sources are scientifically credible and provide balanced perspectives on risks and benefits. The Drug Policy Alliance website offers evidence-based, balanced information on the effects of popular drugs today. Students forSensible Drug Policy (SSDP) provides useful resources for peer drug education (ssdp.org/justsayknow). ... See MoreSee Less
Fentanyl test strips are small strips of paper that can detect the presence of fentanyl in all different kinds of drugs (cocaine, methamphetamine, heroin, etc.) and drug forms (pills, powder, and injectables).Visit Pathways Recovery Engagement Center for free Fentanyl and Xylazine testing strips.Pathways Recovery Engagement Center is open 7 days a week 8 pm to 8 am. ... See MoreSee Less
Mental health is essential to a person’s life in the same way as physical health. Hesitation to talk about mental health adds to the notion that the topic is taboo. It is important to normalize conversations surrounding mental health so people can feel empowered to seek the help they need. You don’t need special training to have an open, authentic conversation about mental health – and often, just talking about it can be the first important step in understanding where someone is with their mental health, and helping them get support or treatment if needed.#MentalHealthAwareness ... See MoreSee Less