Youth in Charge

If you see anybody experiencing any of these symptoms, call 911 immediately.
Source: SAMHSA

What are designer drugs? Learn more in the post below.

*If you or someone you know is suffering from substance abuse, help is always available. Visit www.samhsa.gov or call the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

Source: https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/drug-addiction/popular-drugs/

Substance abuse myth: if you relapse, you go back to square one.
FACT: relapse is normal and even expected in substance abuse recovery. If you experience a relapse, talk to a trusted mentor or professional to help get you back on track.

SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

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Substance Abuse MYTH: only rich people can afford rehab.

FACT: While rehab can be expensive, many insurance plans can cover at least part of treatment. People under a certain level of income may qualify to attend some rehab centers through Medicaid. Some centers also offer financial aid or payment plans. Employers or family members may also lend a hand.

Source: https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/drug-addiction/9-myths-substance-addiction/

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Today is International Overdose Awareness Day, an opportunity to remember those who lost their lives from a drug overdose. In 2021 in Minnesota, there were:

– 924 all opioid-involved deaths

– 834 synthetic opioid-involved deaths (fentanyl and fentanyl analogs)

– 454 psychostimulant-involved (e.g. methamphetamine) deaths

– 154 other opioids and methadone deaths (commonly prescribed opioids)

Governor Tim Walz also released a proclamation recognizing the impact of overdose deaths on people across Minnesota.

Visit health.state.mn.us for more information.

If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, visit www.samhsa.gov for help or call 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

Myth: Detoxing is enough to recover from substance abuse.

Fact: While detoxing is an essential step to recovery, once a person is sober, it’s critical that they continue to be sober afterward.

Source: https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/drug-addiction/9-myths-substance-addiction//

Recovery IS possible. Learn about Jeni’s journey to recovery from prescription opioids in the video below (30 sec)

Source: https://www.cdc.gov/rxawareness/stories/jeni.html

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MYTH: It’s not possible to become addicted to marijuana or vaping.

FACT: Both the chemical compounds in e-cigarettes and marijuana can be addictive and cause life disruptions.

Source: Renee Deveney, https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/drug-addiction/9-myths-substance-addiction/

Here are three reasons why the risk for drug addiction is different for each person. According to the NIH, the main factors that influence abuse risk are biology, development, and environment. Source: https://nida.nih.gov/…/understanding-drug-use-addiction