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ACE 101: Parental Substance Abuse

Stop Abuse Campaign

There are a lot of complexities with parental substance abuse as one of the ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) in terms of policy and prevention, but first, we need to understand it from a child’s point of view. . Why is parental substance abuse a trauma? Substance abuse can complicate the parent-child attachment.

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September is National Recovery Month: Supporting the Journey to Recovery 

Social Work Blog

Additional Resources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , Recovery Is for Everyone: Understanding Treatment of Substance Use Disorders. The CDC explains what substance use disorders are along with different treatment and recovery options and the importance of reducing stigma.

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month!

Society of Clinical Psychology

And here is the White House’s press release with information on the prevalence of these conditions and new ways to get some help, including: dialing 988 to reach the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline calling 1-800-662-HELP for support or resources from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration going to FindSupport.gov for (..)

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Member Voices: Be Wary of Mental Health ‘Experts’ on Social Media

Social Work Blog

Monteiro, LCSW The past two years were filled with fear and uncertainty, exacerbating a mental health crisis with an increase in anxiety, depression, suicide rates, and substance abuse. A good place to start is the US Department of Health and Human Services administration, which operates a suicide and crisis Lifeline.

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September is National Recovery Month: Supporting the Journey to Recovery 

Social Work Blog

Additional Resources Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , Recovery Is for Everyone: Understanding Treatment of Substance Use Disorders. The CDC explains what substance use disorders are along with different treatment and recovery options and the importance of reducing stigma.

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ACE 101: Parental Mental Illness

Stop Abuse Campaign

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration ’s national helpline offers free, confidential referral and information services at 1-800-662-4327 (“HELP”). Answer these ten confidential questions developed with the CDC and understand your warning signs. Additional Resources for Help.

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Survivor Story: Hammered Down

Stop Abuse Campaign

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Helpline. Answer these ten confidential questions developed with the CDC and understand your warning signs. For TTY Users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 1-800-273-8255. 800) 662-4357. Do you know your score? Check my ACE score.