Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, Hartford, CT Videos

Highly potent cannabis products with packaging that appeals to kids is illegal and poses a public health risk to Connecticut residents. If you suspect that someone has been exposed to a dangerous amount of cannabis, call the Connecticut Poison Control Center at 1 (800) 222-1222. View the full press release here: https://tinyurl.com/4rczvp37 and visit BeInTheKnowCT.org to learn more about cannabis potency and safe storage.

Using weed in any form can actually trigger anxiety, depression and psychosis. Learn the facts to protect your mental health. BeInTheKnowCT.org

El consumo de marihuana en cualquiera de sus formas, puede provocar ansiedad, depresión y psicosis. Aprende cómo proteger tu salud mental. BeInTheKnowCT.org

You’re tough. You’re strong. You matter. Take the first step toward recovery. Learn about treatment options today. Visit LiveLOUD.org or call 1-800-563-4086.

Eres valiente. Eres fuerte. Tú importas. Toma el primer paso hacia tu recuperación. Aprende sobre opciones de tratamiento hoy. Visita LiveLOUD.org o llama al 1-800-563-4086.

If you are having a hard time, there is hope. The #988Lifeline offers support for everyone—and has specialized call, text, and chat services for: -Veterans, service members, and their families -Spanish speakers -LGBTQI+ youth and people under the age of 25 Press 988 and connect with someone who is ready to listen.

Breathe in. Hold. Breathe out. Repeat. Take time every day to meditate—especially if you feel overwhelmed or distressed. There is help if you need it. Call, chat, or text 988 for free, confidential support 24/7.

A safety plan can be a valuable tool to help those in crisis. Here are six steps to create a safety plan, including identifying warning signs, coping strategies, and trusted resources. Remember to include the #988Lifeline in your plan, too – anyone can call, text, or chat 988 at any time.

Accidental ingestion of fentanyl can be fatal to children. If you use drugs, please make your home a safe environment. Learn about safe storage and clean-up. Visit liveloud.org/harm-reduction

With support from trained crisis counselors available 24/7/365, anytime is the right time to contact the #988Lifeline – No judgement. Just help. See how the 988 Lifeline has impacted #mentalhealth. If you or someone you know needs support now, call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.

If you’re under 25 years old, using marijuana can harm brain development. Four out of five CT teenagers don’t use cannabis. Learn why at https://beintheknowct.org/youth/

Si tienes menos de 25 años, está comprobado que la marihuana puede dañar el desarrollo de tu cerebro. Cuatro de cada cinco adolescentes no usan marihuana. Aprende por qué en https://beintheknowct.org/youth/

You might not realize that cannabis is disrupting your life – but your friends, family, and coworkers do. If you’re struggling to balance your cannabis use with your responsibilities and relationships, there are resources to support you. Learn more at BeInTheKnowCT.org.

Tal vez no te das cuenta cómo la marihuana está alterando tu vida. Pero tus amigos, familia y colegas sí lo notan. Si estás luchando para balancear tu consumo de marihuana con tus responsabilidades y relaciones, hay recursos para apoyarte. Más información en BeInTheKnowCT.org

Recovery is hard work and every stumble is a chance to learn more and try again. Fall down. Get up. Small steps matter. You are worth it. Visit liveloud.org or call 1-800-563-4086 for treatment information.

If you use cannabis and feel anxious or depressed, talk with your doctor. They can help. Learn more at https://beintheknowct.org/

Si usas marihuana y te sientes ansioso o deprimido, habla con un doctor. Ellos te pueden ayudar. Aprende más en https://beintheknowct.org/

The 988 Lifeline now offers a new American Sign Language service for people who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. It’s an inclusive resource for callers who are struggling or in a mental health crisis. Visit 988lifeline.org and select “ASL Now.”