Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is a chronic brain condition that affects millions, with only 25% of people who use alcohol or drugs meeting the criteria for a diagnosis, according to SAMHSA. Despite its medical basis, stigma often leads to discrimination, like job loss or limited access to care, and discourages many from seeking treatment. Research…
Submitted by an anonymous Howard County community member. “Winning isn’t everything, it’s the only thing”– Red Sanders Organized sports are a rite of passage for kids everywhere in the U.S. Starting as early as preschool, children join teams or participate in individual sports (swimming, golf or gymnastics, to name a few), benefitting not only physically,…
Submitted by an anonymous Howard County college student. Hey there! 💭 Let’s talk about mental health. It’s a huge part of your overall well-being, but there’s still a lot of confusion and stigma around it. So, let’s clear things up and bust some of the biggest myths about mental health. Spoiler alert: Taking care of…
Medetomidine, a potent veterinary sedative, has recently been detected as an adulterant in illicit street drugs, particularly in combination with opioids like fentanyl. This trend has been observed in various U.S. cities, including Chicago, Philadelphia, and New York City. The addition of medetomidine to street drugs poses serious risks, as its sedative effects are not…
Submitted by an anonymous Howard County college student. Hey there! 🌟 Are you ready to take on 2025 with confidence, better relationships, and the tools to handle life’s challenges like a pro? Starting Monday, February 24th, the spring Life Skills Classes are here to help you do just that! This isn’t your typical “boring” class.…
More information about future Life Skills and other classes and events will be shared in our newsletter. Quick Links: Spring 2025 registration is OPEN! Are you in Middle School? Register here! Are you in High School or College? Register here! Life Skills Training for Grades 6-9(We will consider slightly younger students, especially if they are the…
Register to attend our Spring 2025 Guiding Good Choices® classes for parents, guardians and grandparents. Series will run (Tuesdays and Fridays): March 18, 21, 25, 28 and April 1 from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Zoom. Raising preteens and teens is tough. Wouldn’t it be great if adults could take a class that taught us…
Submitted by an anonymous Howard County parent. Parenting is hard. Parenting a child with ADHD presents its own unique challenges; an estimated 10% of children suffer from the condition, while prescriptions for ADHD medication skyrocketed during the pandemic. Symptoms of ADHD can include fidgeting, excessive talking, impulsivity, becoming easily distracted or having difficulty following directions…
In this video, learn how researchers in Ohio led a study looking at hundreds of children’s brains since birth to examine the impact of screen time.
This January will be observed as the “first ever” Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month. The goal of this observation is to raise awareness of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment strategies, including addressing barriers and stigma that prevent individuals from getting help. One major point of focus is reducing the stigma about medications used to treat…
