Southeast Prevention Resource Center

During the holiday season, we’re reminded that it's supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year. For some that may be true, for others the holiday season is wrought with triggers. Recognize holiday triggers of trauma and what you can do https://fal.cn/3cgXZ

Teens who use nicotine, alcohol, and marijuana could have less gray matter in two brain areas when they become adults. This might reduce those areas’ ability to function in a healthy way. Read more about how drug use can affect the brain: https://loom.ly/UgVJ2_8 #NIDAteens

Help your children manage their COVID-19 stress. Download and share this tip sheet for potential reactions among youth and the support you can provide to help, especially important this time of year https://fal.cn/3c9kM

While being physically present may not be an option right now due to COVID-19, there are still many other ways to #BeThere for someone else. Visit our #BeThe1To COVID-19 page to learn more.

Don’t forget about our free event on Thursday! Just email Macy at [email protected] to register.

Saturday, October 24 is National Drug Take Back Day. This is an easy way to safely dispose of medicine you have in your house. #PreventionAtWork

This month is Bullying Prevention Month. Check out this resource to help prevent cyberbullying. #bullyprevention

If you know someone that is thinking about suicide here are some tips on how you can be there for them. #suicideprevention

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Here are some warming signs to help determine if someone is at risk. #suicideispreventable

September 6 - 12 is National Suicide Prevention week. SAMHSA provides three strategies when discussing suicide. The Southeast Prevention Resource Center provides Signs of Suicide training and Youth Mental Health First Aid trainings as a local resource. #PreventionAtWork

September is Suicide Prevention Month. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a great resource to help prevent suicide. #preventionmatters

Congratulations Detective Klaus. This award is well deserved!

By starting the conversation and providing support to those who need it, we ALL can help prevent suicide and save lives. If you or someone you know is thinking about suicidewhether you're in crisis or notcall or live chat National Suicide Prevention Lifeline '1-800-273-TALK (8255)'

The PRC staff has been participating in Suicide Awareness by doing 17 push-ups a day for 17 days. Way to go PRC staff. #suicideprevention

After nearly three years at the Southeast Prevention Resource Center, Josh will be leaving to pursue other employment. Today is his last day at the PRC and we sincerely thank him for all his hard work and effort! The following is from Josh himself: -------------------------------------... Hi, everyone! It has been an honor working at the PRC these past few years. To my colleagues, you’re the best. Thank you for the work, the laughs and the camaraderie (and letting me control the radio on road trips). I consider you not just coworkers but friends. Through the PRC I was very privileged to work with so many great people in our Service Area 21 communities. The coalitions, the law enforcement agencies, the pharmacies and health departments, and especially the schools. For those that do not know, I was previously a high school teacher and coach and being back in the classrooms discussing prevention with students was right at home for me. I thank you all for welcoming me to help spread the message of substance misuse prevention. What we do is important and #preventionworks. Take care and best wishes! Josh

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When prescribed by a doctor, fentanyl can help treat patients’ severe pain. But when misused, it can cause life-threatening symptoms. https://loom.ly/pO003eo #FridayFacts #DrugFacts