This quick presentation was created by teens and explains why preventing substance use for youth is so important. Prevention efforts focus on delaying the use of substances that interrupt the brain’s rapid development [...]
Photo by Darin Ford - Historical Chase House Garden. Downtown Annapolis Maryland "Remember, you are Worth the Pause and the Break. In Resting you will gain clarity and a perspective that will increase your effectiveness and [...]
This Wednesday, June 15th, the Anne Arundel County Substance Misuse Prevention Coalitions will be hosting their 1st Annual Social Event! We will be talking about notable achievements over the years, as well as new [...]
Find your support group/ your network of people who will call you higher and walk or run alongside you until you reach your goal. We are so much BETTER and STRONGER TOGETHER!” - [...]
Childhood trauma is described as a scary, dangerous, violent, or life-threatening event that happens to a child under 18 years old. After experiencing such an event, strong emotions and even physical reactions may be felt [...]
As of April 27, thirty-nine people have died of an overdose in Anne Arundel County just this year (AAHealth.org/opioid-related-data). The number of arrests and hospitalizations is frightening. People’s lives have been cut short and [...]
"There are many paths that will be presented to you in life. Allow yourself to enjoy the process of letting each path educate you. Take the time to lovingly reflect on what you have [...]
By Aké SatiaIn acknowledgment of Mental Health Awareness month, let us take a moment to reflect on a state that we all experience – adversity, also known as hardship, disaster, and trouble.During our lives, we [...]
