This is the official page for the Hudson Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition.
Operating as usual
The Hudson Health Department is excited to be hosting a free virtual Mental Health First Aid training for community members coming up on September 29th! To sign-up, complete the registration form here: https://form.jotform.com/212225905753151
The Hudson Health Department is excited to be hosting a free virtual Mental Health First Aid training for community members coming up on September 29th! To sign-up, complete the registration form here: https://form.jotform.com/212225905753151
Thank you to everyone who came out on Tuesday for the International Overdose Awareness Day ceremony we hosted along with the Hudson Health Department! The purple flags remembering the 20 Hudson lives lost to fatal overdose since 2018, and the 53 white flags representing the number of non-fatal overdoses by Hudson residents since 2018 will remain on display through the weekend. Have a happy & safe Labor Day, all!
Thanks to our friends at Program RISE, there will be a FREE online Narcan training this evening at 6pm. After the training, you can receive your own free Narcan in a variety of ways. We hope you will attend... Narcan saves lives!
Join the meeting here: https://zoom.us/j/99423643167?pwd=SzdwdHBlSmY5MGFWc3oyUGc3blpTZz09
Meeting ID: 994 2364 3167
Passcode: cUSP8K
Thanks to our friends at Program RISE, there will be a FREE online Narcan training this evening at 6pm. After the training, you can receive your own free Narcan in a variety of ways. We hope you will attend... Narcan saves lives!
Join the meeting here: https://zoom.us/j/99423643167?pwd=SzdwdHBlSmY5MGFWc3oyUGc3blpTZz09
Meeting ID: 994 2364 3167
Passcode: cUSP8K
Today is the day! International Overdose Awareness Day 2021
The flags are out on the Town Hall lawn and the sun is shining! Join us today at 4pm for a special Overdose Awareness Day ceremony! 💜🤍
https://fb.me/e/4tYNclC83
Join us outside of Town Hall on Tuesday to recognize International Overdose Awareness Day and those impacted by Substance Use Disorder. Program starts at 4pm with guest speakers and a special performer from the recovery community. See you there!
More details on our event page here: https://fb.me/e/1ma5A1DZm
Join us outside of Town Hall on Tuesday to recognize International Overdose Awareness Day and those impacted by Substance Use Disorder. Program starts at 4pm with guest speakers and a special performer from the recovery community. See you there!
More details on our event page here: https://fb.me/e/1ma5A1DZm
The *Caring Connections* campaign is still going on over on the MetroWest Caring Adults Network page! Check it out and follow!
Follow the MetroWest Caring Adults Network's "Caring Connections" campaign for tips on how to be the best caring adult possible for the young people in your lives!
Follow our new Caring Connections campaign all about Building Youth Assets over on our MetroWest Caring Adults Network page!
Search Institute CEO Kent Pekel and our kindergarten friends from Woodson Kindergarten Center in Austin, MN, outline the 5 critical elements of building deve...
Happy Saturday! Don't forget that driving under the influence of ma*****na is impaired driving. Doctors have found that both immediate exposure and long-term exposure to ma*****na impair driving ability. Be safe out there!
#Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness
https://denver.cbslocal.com/2015/05/18/ma*****na-intoxication-blamed-in-more-deaths-injuries/
Happy Saturday! Don't forget that driving under the influence of ma*****na is impaired driving. Doctors have found that both immediate exposure and long-term exposure to ma*****na impair driving ability. Be safe out there!
#Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness
https://denver.cbslocal.com/2015/05/18/ma*****na-intoxication-blamed-in-more-deaths-injuries/
These poorer life outcomes include being a high-risk alcohol drinker and smoking daily by the mid-30s :(
#Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/dar.13239
These poorer life outcomes include being a high-risk alcohol drinker and smoking daily by the mid-30s :(
#Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/dar.13239
Parents & caregivers, sign up for this virtual workshop today! Reflect on and celebrate your family's strengths, learn new parenting techniques and resources, and much more!
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQkoNg1exPO5LH5FX6Df7DjuDkq1Le9bGtWbszqJkemt2ICw/viewform
Parents & caregivers, sign up for this virtual workshop today! Reflect on and celebrate your family's strengths, learn new parenting techniques and resources, and much more!
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQkoNg1exPO5LH5FX6Df7DjuDkq1Le9bGtWbszqJkemt2ICw/viewform
An open letter to anyone struggling with addiction...
https://geniusrecovery.org/open-letter/
#Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness
An open letter to anyone struggling with addiction...
https://geniusrecovery.org/open-letter/
#Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness
This study found that "one in five adolescents follow a pattern of occasional or regular cannabis use and that those individuals are more likely to be to***co dependent, have harmful levels of alcohol consumption, or use other illicit drugs in early adulthood."
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/06/170607222448.htm
#Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness
This study found that "one in five adolescents follow a pattern of occasional or regular cannabis use and that those individuals are more likely to be to***co dependent, have harmful levels of alcohol consumption, or use other illicit drugs in early adulthood."
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/06/170607222448.htm
#Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness
Ma*****na withdrawal is real.
And because ma*****na has become increasingly more potent over the years, withdrawal can be more extreme than in the past.
#Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324301#why-does-ma*****na-cause-withdrawal-symptoms
Ma*****na withdrawal is real.
And because ma*****na has become increasingly more potent over the years, withdrawal can be more extreme than in the past.
#Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324301#why-does-ma*****na-cause-withdrawal-symptoms
The number of people entering specialist drug treatment for cannabis problems has increased considerably in recent years; rising cannabis potency could be a contributing factor.
#ma*****namentalhealthawareness
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/322830280_Changes_in_cannabis_potency_and_first-time_admissions_to_drug_treatment_A_16-year_study_in_the_Netherlands
The number of people entering specialist drug treatment for cannabis problems has increased considerably in recent years; rising cannabis potency could be a contributing factor.
#ma*****namentalhealthawareness
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/322830280_Changes_in_cannabis_potency_and_first-time_admissions_to_drug_treatment_A_16-year_study_in_the_Netherlands
Learn more about Cannabis-Induced Psychosis through Johnny's story... Thank you to Johnny's Ambassadors for leading this #Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness campaign!
https://johnnysambassadors.org/johnny-stacks-story/
Learn more about Cannabis-Induced Psychosis through Johnny's story... Thank you to Johnny's Ambassadors for leading this #Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness campaign!
https://johnnysambassadors.org/johnny-stacks-story/
Psychotic symptoms may include anxiety, suspiciousness, hallucinations, and delusions.
#Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness
https://poppot.org/2014/11/05/10-myths-ma*****na-advocates-want-believe/
Psychotic symptoms may include anxiety, suspiciousness, hallucinations, and delusions.
#Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness
https://poppot.org/2014/11/05/10-myths-ma*****na-advocates-want-believe/
Ma*****na use has real and long-term effects on the brain.
#Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness
https://www.annualreviews.org/doi/full/10.1146/annuhttps://www.annualreviews.org/doi/full/10.1146/annu#ma*****namentalhealthawarenessrev-devpsych-040320-084904#_i4
Ma*****na use has real and long-term effects on the brain.
#Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness
https://www.annualreviews.org/doi/full/10.1146/annuhttps://www.annualreviews.org/doi/full/10.1146/annu#ma*****namentalhealthawarenessrev-devpsych-040320-084904#_i4
This fact speaks for itself...
#ma*****namentalhealthawareness
https://erikmessamore.com/does-ma*****na-cause-schizophrenia/
This fact speaks for itself...
#ma*****namentalhealthawareness
https://erikmessamore.com/does-ma*****na-cause-schizophrenia/
A 2019 study found that cannabis use in adolescence leads to a 37% increased chance of depression diagnosis as a young adult, a 50% increase in suicidal thoughts, and a 346% increase in su***de attempts (Gobbi et al., 2019).
https://erikmessamore.com/ma*****na-and-depression/
#Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness
A 2019 study found that cannabis use in adolescence leads to a 37% increased chance of depression diagnosis as a young adult, a 50% increase in suicidal thoughts, and a 346% increase in su***de attempts (Gobbi et al., 2019).
https://erikmessamore.com/ma*****na-and-depression/
#Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness
"Loss of IQ points early in life could have significant effects on performance in school and college and later employment prospects." #Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness
https://neurosciencenews.com/iq-cannabis-17630/
"Loss of IQ points early in life could have significant effects on performance in school and college and later employment prospects." #Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness
https://neurosciencenews.com/iq-cannabis-17630/
It's often hard to think about the possible long-term effects of our actions, especially for adolescents, but research shows that there are in fact long-term effects of early cannabis use. #Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33617756/
It's often hard to think about the possible long-term effects of our actions, especially for adolescents, but research shows that there are in fact long-term effects of early cannabis use. #Ma*****naMentalHealthAwareness
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33617756/
May is #MentalHealthMonth. Along with our friends Johnny's Ambassadors, we're focusing on Ma*****na Mental Health Awareness. Did you know that...
https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/ma*****na
Stay tuned for more facts all month long!
May is #MentalHealthMonth. Along with our friends Johnny's Ambassadors, we're focusing on Ma*****na Mental Health Awareness. Did you know that...
https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/ma*****na
Stay tuned for more facts all month long!
We are proud members of the MetroWest Caring Adults Network. Follow their page for the launch of their new social media campaign, Caring Connections, to learn more about being the caring adult a young person needs!
The COVID-19 pandemic has been hard on youth. Our mission is to help adults help youth in the MetroWest. Follow us and turn on notifications so you don't miss the launch of our new social media campaign all about how you can be the caring adult a young person needs!
For more information, check out our website at: https://metrowestcan.org/
There are many types of help and support out there for substance use disorders. Speak to a professional to create a recovery plan that best suits your needs. Simply text CONNECT to 55753 to be connected to someone that can help.
#AlcoholAwarenessMonth
Ever wonder what exactly constitutes an "Alcohol Use Disorder" or "Alcohol Misuse"? Do you know how much drinking is considered "binge drinking"? #KnowTheFacts
#AlcoholAwarenessMonth
#AlcoholAwarenessMonth #ProofIsInTheNumbers
#AlcoholAwarenessMonth #ProofIsInTheNumbers
#AlcoholAwarenessMonth #ProofIsInTheNumbers
#AlcoholAwarenessMonth #ProofIsInTheNumbers
#AlcoholAwarenessMonth #ProofIsInTheNumbers
#AlcoholAwarenessMonth #ProofIsInTheNumbers
Help is out there! Its as easy as one quick text ❤️ #AlcoholAwarenessMonth
Today is National Rx Take-Back Day! Safely dispose of your unused & expired prescription drugs so they don't get into the wrong hands. The Hudson Police Department & CVS Pharmacy in Hudson have safe disposal boxes inside that are open whenever they are open. (If the CVS box is locked, just ask a pharmacist to open it for you.)
For more information & other collection sites, visit https://takebackday.dea.gov/
Help is out there! ❤️ #AlcoholAwarenessMonth
#AlcoholAwarenessMonth #ProofIsInTheNumbers
#AlcoholAwarenessMonth #ProofIsInTheNumbers
#AlcoholAwarenessMonth #ProofIsInTheNumbers
#AlcoholAwarenessMonth #ProofIsInTheNumbers
#AlcoholAwarenessMonth #ProofIsInTheNumbers
#AlcoholAwarenessMonth #ProofIsInTheNumbers
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The MetroWest Adolescent Health Survey has uncovered areas of concern for Hudson’s youth, especially the prevalence of substance use. Additionally, substance use increases dramatically once youth reach high school. Visit Community Health for more information about substance use among Hudson youth.
In 2012, the Hudson Board of Health received a three-year grant from the MetroWest Health Foundation to support community efforts addressing youth substance abuse prevention, intervention, and increased access to treatment. This grant ended in 2015.
Hudson was awarded a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health's Bureau of Substance Abuse Services. The grant is Substance Abuse Prevention Collaborative (SAPC), and it's focus is on underage drinking prevention.
Since unhealthy behaviors threaten not just the well-being of youth, but ultimately have negative economic consequences for communities, it makes sense to seek community-wide solutions. The Hudson Youth Substance Abuse Prevention initiative will engage the entire community through a three-pronged approach; a community substance use coalition, environmental modifications, and school-based programs. By integrating various strategies into existing or new policies and activities throughout the community, the initiative will strive to create sustainable change for the town of Hudson.
Our Vision: Through community engagement, Hudson will produce a healthier community that supports adolescents’ healthy decision-making.
Our Mission: The community of Hudson will work to measurably transform adolescent substance use by building community capacity and supporting substance abuse prevention, early intervention, and treatment.
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