Wyoming Prevention Action Alliance

For young people, alcohol is the drug of choice. In fact, alcohol is used by more young people than to***co or illicit drugs. Although most children under age 14 have not yet begun to drink, early adolescence is a time of special risk for beginning to experiment with alcohol.
https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/brochures-and-fact-sheets/make-a-difference-child-alcohol

M**h has long lasting effects, and it may take up to 4 days to leave the body. Its half-life is around 10 hours. This means it takes the body about 10 hours to metabolize and eliminate half of the ingested amount from the bloodstream.
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/how-long-does-m**h-stay-in-your-system -long

How long does m**h stay in your system? M**h has long lasting effects on the human body, and it may take up to 4 days for it to leave the system. Some tests may detect it up to 3 months after use. Learn more here.

Parents are the biggest influence in a teen’s life. Even though you may feel your child pulling away, eager for more independence, deep down they still want you involved. A strong bond with your child, especially during the teen years, helps reduce the chances of them engaging in abusing drugs and narcotics.
https://drugfree.org/article/connecting-with-your-teen/

Preventing Drug Use: Connecting and Talking with Your Teen A strong bond with your child, especially during the teen years, helps reduce the chances of them engaging in unhealthy behavior and helps set the stage for preventing ni****ne, alcohol and drug use.

When ma*****na is readily available, it can make the decision of whether or not to use it confusing, especially to children and teens. That’s why it’s important to talk to your kids about ma*****na. Give them the facts about ma*****na, make sure they understand the risks and keep the lines of communication open.
https://www.childrenscolorado.org/conditions-and-advice/parenting/parenting-articles/talking-to-kids-about-ma*****na/

Talking to Your Kids About Ma*****na How to start a conversation with your kids about ma*****na.

One of the biggest mental health tips for kids is keeping the channels of communication open. Always reassure kids that they can come to you with their feelings no matter what is going on. If they have questions or worries, make sure they know you are listening.
https://www.healthparkpediatrics.com/mental-health-tips-for-kids

9 Mental Health Tips for Kids in Stressful Times - HealthPark Pediatrics For Mental Health Month in May, read up on these mental health tips for kids. They can help your child manage stress and anxiety during uncertain times.

Diets can do more harm than good. Research suggests kids who diet end up weighing more than non-dieters, with lower self-esteem and greater risk for eating disorders. Do not put your child on a diet, especially without consulting your doctor and a registered dietitian nutritionist.
https://www.eatright.org/health/wellness/your-overall-health/helping-kids-maintain-a-healthy-body-weight-a-cheat-sheet-for-success

Adults with depression are twice as likely to smoke as adults without depression. Most people start to smoke before showing signs of depression, so it’s unclear whether smoking leads to depression or depression encourages people to start smoking. It’s most likely that there is a complex relationship between the two.
https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/a-to-z/s/smoking-and-mental-health

Smoking and mental health We all know the physical health risks of smoking to***co, but did you know smoking also affects people's mental health?

The message is clear: Alcohol use is unsafe for young people. And the longer children delay alcohol use, the less likely they are to develop any problems associated with it. That’s why it is so important to help your child avoid any alcohol use.
https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/brochures-and-fact-sheets/make-a-difference-child-alcohol

More than two years after Portland’s only sobering center closed, plans are gaining momentum for a place where people under the influence of m**hamphetamine can get sober safely.
https://www.opb.org/article/2022/06/20/m**hamphetamine-stabilization-center-portland-oregon

Plans for m**h stabilization center in Portland continue, despite delays More than two years after Portland’s only sobering center closed, plans are gaining momentum for a place where people under the influence of m**h can get sober safely.

He**in use affects the brain, nervous system, internal organs, and hormonal systems. It also puts the user at serious risk of a he**in overdose. Furthermore, research has revealed a loss of white matter in the brain connected to he**in. This brain damage may affect decision-making and how a person behaves or responds to stressful situations.
https://www.cirquelodge.com/blog/how-does-he**in-affect-the-brain-and-body

How Does He**in Affect the Brain and Body? - Cirque Lodge The psychoactive substance he**in is one of the most addictive drugs and the most damaging to the user's mind and body.

It may seem obvious, but many parents that neglect their children or don’t respect and invest in them as individuals may be unintentionally pushing them to other outlets to numb the pain of their parents absence.
https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-prevent-a-child-from-using-ma*****na-63561

We can often tire ourselves out working solely on one task, becoming easily frustrated and self-critical when we’re already feeling stressed. Breaking down large projects into achievable parts can help you work through any task.
https://www.patientfirst.com/blog/mental-health-care-tips

Staying hydrated when you're exposed to extreme heat is incredibly important for you and the entire family. Those who suffer from diabetes and high blood pressure or take certain medications may be even more susceptible to heat-related illnesses.
https://www.5newsonline.com/article/life/wellness/healthy-living/healthy-living-staying-hydrated-for-kidney-health/527-038f368b-d37f-4b36-b1cc-8e99a2c73248

Healthy Living: Staying Hydrated for Kidney Health How to Avoid Heat Illness

Cigarette smoking is very addictive and can have long-term, adverse health effects. But there is hope for those who want to quit thanks to innovative apps, help lines and proven coping strategies.
https://www.cnn.com/2022/05/31/health/quit-smoking-tips-wellness/index.html

6 steps you can take to quit smoking and live a healthier life | CNN Cigarette smoking is highly addictive and can lead to health issues like bronchitis and lung cancer. Fortunately, there are strategies to stop smoking.

https://anaheimlighthouse.com/blog/i-relapsed-is-there-hope-for-me-5-tips-to-get-you-back-to-recovery

It is never too early to seek treatment for m**h abuse or addiction. Seeking treatment and beginning the recovery process will be one of the best things you will ever do and the best way to prevent m**h overdose. Addiction treatment for substance abuse can help to address mental health issues, such as chronic anxiety or depression, that often accompany m**hamphetamine use.
https://www.cirquelodge.com/blog/m**h-overdose-symptoms-and-signs

M**h Overdose Symptoms and Signs - Cirque Lodge M**h overdose is frightening, but someone can survive if medical help is received quickly. Learn more here.

The first thing that you need to know is that the difficulties involved with stopping substance use are complex. Using drugs or alcohol affects areas of the brain associated with self-control. As an individual keeps using drugs or alcohol, the way these areas of the brain function are changed, making it difficult to stop or otherwise control compulsive substance use.
https://drugabuse.com/treatment/how-to-help-a-drug-addict

Ways of Helping Someone with Drug or Alcohol Addiction | Drugabuse.com Learn how to get drug addiction help or how to help a drug addict quit using. Read about substance abuse and ways of helping someone who has has abused drugs.

The message is clear, early intervention for cannabis is crucial; people need to be rescued as quick as possible to reduce the long-term damage to young minds and to give individuals a fighting chance to manage their lives and bring hope to the whole family.
https://www.rethink.org/news-and-stories/blogs/2022/06/cannabis-and-psychosis-a-father-s-story

Cannabis and psychosis: A father’s story Terry provides a graphic insight into the impact cannabis and psychosis had on his family.

Ask yourself, “Would I be this critical if my close friend had done or thought that?” Odds are the answer is “probably not”!
https://www.patientfirst.com/blog/mental-health-care-tips

Did you know that drinking water is also financially beneficial? Cutting out the majority of non-water drinks can lead to healthier living, as well as more cash in your pocket. Even if you’re living somewhere where you’re more comfortable buying bottled water, it’s likely less expensive than other beverages.
https://money.yahoo.com/14-legitimate-ways-healthy-living-003100947.html

14 Legitimate Ways Healthy Living Can Actually Save You Money Living a healthy lifestyle doesn’t have to be expensive. These 15 tips show how you can improve your health and save money at the same time. See how it works.

More than 7,000 chemicals are in to***co smoke. At least 69 of these chemicals are known to cause cancer, and many are poisonous.https://www.lung.org/getmedia/565af8d9-e223-4ab4-b8da-0642c0a79b0f/ala-ffs-secondhand-smoke-2020-aa-v2.pdf

Keep in mind that AUD can develop over time and even if you don’t currently exhibit the above behavioral changes, signs, and symptoms, you may still have a potentially harmful relationship with alcohol or be at an increased risk of developing AUD.
https://rehabs.com/alcohol/treatment

If you suffer from m**h addiction and want to know how to get off m**h for good, seeking help from a treatment program is highly recommended. You may feel alone, but help is a phone call away. Treatment will provide you with the coping strategies you need to stop smoking or using m**h.
https://recovery.org/crystal-m**h/quitting

How to Quit Crystal M**hamphetamine: Withdrawal Symptoms and Treatment Coming off or stopping smoking m**h can be difficult, but the benefits of getting off m**h are well worth it. Read on to find out how to quit using m**h for good and stay clean and sober!

Stopping op**tes can cause symptoms of opioid withdrawal. This can be very distressing, but they are usually not life threatening. Withdrawal symptoms can arise hours after the final dose of the medication and may last for a week or more.
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326223

Op**te withdrawal: Symptoms and treatments When coming off prescription or recreational op**te or opioid drugs, people may experience withdrawal symptoms. Learn about the symptoms, timeline, and treatments here.

Quitting va**ng, or any ni****ne product, can be far from easy. But people who quit successfully generally agree the challenge was worth it.
Remember, you never have to quit on your own. By getting professional support, you increase your chances of a successful quit.
https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-quit-va**ng

How to Quit Va**ng: 9 Steps for Success Quitting va**ng can feel impossible, but with a little planning and the right tools, it's totally doable.

According to a 2019 study performed by the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) “80% of pet owners say their pet makes them feel less lonely.
https://www.vieravet.com/services/dogs/blog/secret-good-mental-health-could-be-having-pet

The Secret to Good Mental Health Could Be Having a Pet! You may have seen the quote: “The best therapist has fur and four legs” floating around the interwebs by way of inspirational memes, but is there any truth...

Take care of your mental health by interacting with family and friends, trying to stay positive, and participating in activities you enjoy.
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/what-do-we-know-about-healthy-aging

The American Lung Association's Freedom From Smoking® program is for to***co users who are ready to quit. Because most people already know that smoking and using to***co is bad for their health, the program focuses almost exclusively on how to quit, not why to quit.
https://www.lung.org/quit-smoking/join-freedom-from-smoking/about-freedom-from-smoking

About Freedom From Smoking The American Lung Association's Freedom From Smoking® (FFS) program is for adults who are ready to quit smoking. Because most people know that smoking is dangerous to their health, the program focuse

There is no right or wrong way to journal. Change the color of your pen or pencil, write in full or half-sentences, skip pages, draw pictures and write sideways. As long as you’re honest with yourself, you shouldn’t let any other rules define what you write and how.
https://www.myrealrecovery.com/31-addiction-recovery-journal-prompts-to-use-during-your-healing-process

Rather than allow people with years of addiction problems and criminal records to keep cycling through the justice system and be put back in jail, how about starting a drug treatment court where the individuals get a chance to get supervised treatment, repair their lives, reconnect with their families and find long-term recovery? The Webster County Drug Treatment Court joins more than 4,000 treatment court programs nationwide to celebrate National Drug Court Month.
https://www.ky3.com/2022/05/26/former-m**h-addict-finds-new-life-with-help-webster-co-drug-treatment-court

Former m**h addict finds new life with help from Webster County drug treatment court This is National Drug Court Month and a woman who went through Webster County's Drug Treatment Court talks about how her experience literally saved her life.