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We recently connected with EZ Awakenings, a group that advocates for access to free mental health care and education. Their vision is that one day everyone knows how to balance their mental health. Since nearly half of those who experience a mental illness will also experience a substance use disorder, this topic is near and dear to us.

Please check out https://www.ezawakenings.org/ to find out more about their mission and what you can do to help!

A 2016 study of 10,000 adolescents found that two-thirds of those who developed alcohol or substance use disorders had experienced at least one mental health disorder.

We caught up with Madeleine at SanaMente Counseling Tampa this week and had a chance to learn more about the work they do to help youth who are experiencing depression and anxiety. Drop by their page for more: https://www.smctampa.com/about

Research shows that use of to***co, alcohol, or illicit drugs or misuse of prescription drugs by pregnant women can have severe health consequences for infants.

The folks over at https://pregnantusingdrugs.com/ have more info regarding drug use and pregnancy!

Holistic treatment is a set of therapy approaches that target all aspects of a person’s health — the body, the mind and the spirit. Many rehab centers have incorporated alternative therapies into treatment plans to enhance addiction recovery.

We had the chance to meet Coach Jen Roland a few weeks back. As a holistic health and fitness coach, she believes lasting change occurs when we "Work in and Work Out for God's Glory." Check https://jenroland.com/ for more about Jen!

Did you know that almost 50% of marriages involving substance abuse end in divorce?

Divorce is tough, regardless of whether you're struggling with substance abuse issues. We talked to Jim at https://divorcerecoveryguide.blog/ about how we found the strength needed to get through his divorce.

Counselors help addicts with both crisis and long-term addiction management issues, which can range from immediate medical intervention, to supporting them manage their recovery long term.

We met Dr. Yordan Zhekov a few weeks back and learned all about his approach to helping individuals achieve personal growth. You can find out more about his practice here: https://www.counselling.company/home

According to the VA, Veterans with substance use disorders may be at greater risk of employment problems.

We reached out to the folks at Military-Civilian, who work hard to connect military veterans with civilian employers, to learn more about their organization and how they help. You can find out more here: https://military-civilian.com/

Researchers have found that students who bully their peers or are bully-victims are more likely than students who aren’t involved in bullying to use alcohol, ci******es, and ma*****na.

For parents, it can seem impossible to prevent bullying - especially cyber bullying. We had a chance to speak to the team over at Black Swan Digital Forensics about ways parents can identify and stop cyber bullying! You can find out more here: https://www.blackswandf.com/cyber-bullying/

Did you know that one roughly one third of adults who have a substance use disorder also suffer from depression? We spoke with Dr. Joy Freeman this week about her approach to moving forward from depression, anxiety and addiction. You can find out more about her here: http://www.drjoyfreeman.com/

Substance use disorders have reproductive consequences.

For more reproductive loss resources, check out the Centre for Reproductive Loss at http://crl-rho.org/

We caught up with Deanna from Ms. Fiology last week and she shared her story of finding financial independence following a dark period of addiction. Check our her website for more on how she changed her life by embarking on a journey of recovery! https://www.msfiology.com/testimony-about-me/

Testimony/About Me - Ms. Fiology

We recently had the chance to connect with the Darren Memorial Foundation, who work hard to provide necessary mental illness education while honoring the late Darren Clark Jr.

Did you know that mental and substance use disorders simultaneously affect almost 8 million Americans? It's time we embrace this statistic and work together to bring about change 💜

Drug abuse prevention starts with parents learning how to talk with their children about difficult topics.

Need help with challenging child behavior? Thinking about becoming a parenting coach? Check out Parenting Mojo at https://www.parentingmojo.com

The spread of infectious disease among drug users happens primarily in two ways: (1) when people inject drugs and share needles or other drug equipment and (2) when drugs impair judgment and people have unprotected s*x with an infected partner.

The team at Chicago Infectious Disease Physicians are working hard to help all those affected.

According to the White House's Office of National Drug Control Policy, prescription drug abuse is the “fastest-growing drug problem” in the United States. So, what can you do to keep your unused prescriptions off the street? Find out more about the FDA's prescription drug disposal guidelines here: https://tadlaw.com/proper-disposal-prescription-drugs-texas/

We had a chance to catch up with the Ariana Mae Hatami Foundation and are so moved by their mission to help others recognize the warning signs of relationship abuse and domestic violence. You can find more about what they do at http://arianamaehatamifoundation.org/

A New Year brings with it new resolutions and many of those involve attempting to get - or stay - sober.

Did you know that people are voluntarily buying ignition interlock devices to keep themselves accountable to their recovery? We sat down with folks over at Skyfine USA Interlock this week and they filled us in on the gaining popularity of this recovery tactic. You can check out more about these voluntary devices here: https://www.skyfineusa.com/preventive-solutions

Yesterday we had a chance to speak with Jon Bellem, one of the co-founders of HOPS. HOPS is an organization that supports those in the hospitality industry in a variety of ways - including addiction support! We're proud to work with them to raise awareness about addiction in the hospitality industry.

Homepage - H.O.P.S. Welcome to Hospitality Operators and Professionals SocietyWe’re that thing your coworker joined and was just telling you about. Yeah, that’s us! Having spent our lives in hospitality, we saw the need for change, so H.O.P.S. was formed to collectively transform and grow the culture of the hospita...

As Orlando gears up for , we had the privilege of speaking with Zebra Coalition director Heather Wilkie about the organization's Youth Pride event and how the coalition supports at-risk LGBTQ+ youth in our community.

Zebra Coalition Supports LGBTQ+ Youth Facing Addiction Heather Wilkie talks about Zebra Coalition’s mission to help LGBTQ+ youth facing homelessness and addiction.

Ethan died of an accidental he**in overdose in 2016. His namesake run kicks off this June in the effort to destigmatize addiction. If you're in the WI area, consider joining the fight! Together we can work to change lives through addiction care and education!

Ethan's Run Against Addiction Ethan Monson-Dupuis died at age 25 from an accidental he**in overdose in 2016. Join us in the effort to destigmatize addiction. Help raise awareness that addiction is a brain disease, not a character flaw or lack of will power. Run or walk in honor of someone who is in recovery or who had lost their...

Did you know that yoga postures and breathing techniques can help you fight cravings "one breath at a time"? Kathryn Thomas of Yoga 4 Change explains how.

Yoga 4 Change Shows the Benefits of Yoga for Recovery Kathryn Thomas explains how yoga movement and breathing replace

Wednesday's health theme for is the prevention of prescription & opioid drug misuse.

Do you know how to tell if you're addicted to your prescription opioids?

How Do I Know if I’m Addicted to My Opioid Painkillers? Painkillers are some of the most addictive substances in the world. Learn the signs and symptoms that may indicate you're addicted to prescription opioids.

How does your state compare with others impacted by the opioid epidemic?

Which Regions Have Been Hit Hardest by the Opioid Epidemic? Learn how four different areas of the country are getting to the root of the opioid epidemic and fighting the devastation caused by Rx opioids and he**in.

Tuesday's theme for SAMHSA's National Prevention Week 2018 is the prevention of underage drinking & alcohol misuse.

Join us in educating the community about underage drinking. https://goo.gl/BJ7LAc

If he**in doesn’t cause the same type of high as ma*****na or co***ne, then what does the high feel like?

What Does He**in Feel Like? Find out what it’s like to get high on he**in, how it feels to overdose on the drug and what it’s like to get addicted to he**in.

This week is SAMHSA's National Prevention Week. Monday is the promotion of mental health & wellness.

Want to learn more about and substance abuse?

Take a look at our information here: https://goo.gl/C7u2ck

Are drug detox kits worth the money, or will you fail the drug test anyway?

Do Drug Detox Kits Work? Drug detox kits claim to help you pass a drug test by boosting your metabolism or by diluting your urine. Learn whether you can pass a drug test after using a detox kit.

Nikki Sixx of Motley Crue achieved sobriety after battling drug addiction for years. Read about drug use in Rock 'N' Roll and why so many musicians turn to drugs.

Drugs and Rock ‘n’ Roll For decades, drugs and rock 'n' roll have gone hand-in-hand. Learn about famous musicians who have suffered the consequences of drug use and drinking.

Do you know how long it takes for opioids to leave your body?

How Long Do Opiates & Opioids Stay in Your System? The amount of time opioids stay in your body depends on numerous factors. Find out how opioids are metabolized.

Many people in recovery find inspiration from others who have achieved sobriety. What quote has motivated you or a loved one to get sober?

Top 15 Quotes About Sobriety and Recovery Read quotes from celebrities, actors, athletes, musicians, authors and astronauts about sobriety. Find inspiration to further your recovery.