War and Drugs: Veteran Battles Ep 3. What does the future look like for #veterans recovering after wartime? We investigate promising new approaches to veteran care & a hopeful future for veterans: treatment. bit.ly/2LbhOUY #addiction

On this episode we investigate promising new approaches to veteran care, including MDMA-assisted therapy, and how these may impact the future for struggling #veterans. 🎤bit.ly/2LbhOUY #PTSDAwarenessMonth #PTSD #addiction

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A6: Individual strategies focus on life and social skills. Environmental strategies focus more on community; things like schools, neighborhoods, media/social media, etc. #CADAChat

A6: I think a combination of these two approaches is essential for a successful overall prevention strategy. #CADAChat

Using a blend of both approaches is key. BTW, you can find info SAMHSA's two approaches at this link: samhsa.gov/capt/practicin… #CADAChat x.com/deanokat/statu…

A7: 10000000% yes!! Social media allows you to share information & create a community. You can have discussion, look up videos, the possibilities are endless #CADAChat

Very much agree! My father uses youtube for EVERYTHING and now podcasts are on the rise! We have endless options to educate #CADAChat x.com/deanokat/statu…

Social media can play a key role in educating young people about #addiction because that's where young people spend a vast majority of their time these days. So we might as well put the message where they are, right? #CADAChat

Q8: Are there any other tools or resources that can be effective in helping get the message across to young people that drug and alcohol use can be dangerous? #CADAChat

A8: One of my favorite resources for parents on the The Parent Teacher Partnership website is their "Drug Prevention Tips for Every Age" section. It helps parents talk to their kids no matter what age they are. Even toddlers! drugfree.org/article/preven… #CADAChat

A8: Natural High is a great resource & creates some excitement & adds a level of "coolness" to prevention education! naturalhigh.org #CADAChat

Thank you again DrugAbuse.com! Hope you all have a great weekend!! #CADAChat x.com/DrugAbuse/stat…

This #TDOV, we're sharing safe resources for the transgender community who may be in crisis. If you're struggling today, please call the Trans Lifeline at (877) 565-8860 or reach out to any one of the resources available below. They're here for you.

Our latest episode of #LetsTalkDrugs is out and we're addressing war & drugs: bit.ly/2Gs0vNn

It's important to be aware of underage drinking in our community. This infographic from Project Know breaks down alcohol usage rates of high school students by location. Note that Houston made the list! To learn more, visit ow.ly/z5Sx30jjUBG #AlcoholAwareness

Part of #AlcoholAwareness is understanding the scope of the consequences of underage drinking. Here's another great infographic from Project Know that shows rates of drinking and driving for high school students. Learn more: ow.ly/Kc5y30jlbwN #Prevention #ImpairedDriving