Washington State Prevention Research Subcommittee (PRSC), November 2020 Across the State of Washington, individuals, families, communities, and health care systems are struggling to cope with substance use, misuse, and substance use disorders. Fortunately, we have...
Caregivers & Community Members
Recorded RIDE Distance Learning Series Webinar – Moral Distress in a Time of Collective Trauma
Rhode Island Department of Education in Collaboration with the Rhode Island Prevention Resource Center, November 23, 2020 This is the second webinar in the RIDE Distance Learning Series. This webinar was presented by Emma Ansara, NP (JSI Research & Training Institute,...
Signs of Risky Behavior and Possible Drug Use in Your Teen
Southern Providence County Regional Coalition, 2020 While exploring the teen’s bedroom you will learn to spot signs of possible substance use. Room décor, hidden compartments, clothing and items are located in the room to conceal substance misuse and other risky...
Suicide Attempts and Culturally Responsive Approaches for Latinos Factsheet
National Hispanic and Latino Mental Health Technology Transfer Center Network, 2020 " Suicide is a major public health concern as it is among the leading cause of death in the United States. Death by suicide and suicide attempts need to be understood with the context...
It’s Ok to Not Be Ok Campaign- Naloxone Saves Lives
We’re excited to share a new It’s Ok Not to Be Ok campaign video about lifesaving naloxone, featuring Lily Rivera, Ashley Perry, and Colleen Daley Ndoye of Project Weber/RENEW. Many thanks to Lily, Ashley, and Colleen who were wonderful at communicating this important...
Substance Use Disorders Linked to COVID-19 Susceptibility
National Institutes of Health, September 2020 A National Institutes of Health-funded study found that people with substance use disorders (SUDs) are more susceptible to COVID-19 and its complications. The research, published in Molecular Psychiatry, was co-authored by...
REOPENING RI: Is Your Home Suicide Proof?
Rhode Island Department of Health, September 2020 Every year, millions of kids and teenagers seriously think about attempting suicide. You might think your child or teenager is not at risk for suicide, but why take a chance? These simple things can help you suicide...
Alcohol-Related Disparities Among Women: Evidence and Potential Explanations
Alcohol Research: Current Reviews, September 2020 Although research on alcohol-related disparities among women is a highly understudied area, evidence shows that racial/ethnic minority women, sexual minority women, and women of low socioeconomic status (based on...
Suicide Prevention Strategic Plan
CDC, August 2020 Suicide is a critical public health problem in the Unites States. Despite national, state, and local efforts to reduce suicide, rates continue to increase. A forward-looking effort, built upon new evidence and past accomplishments, is needed to reduce...
Coping with Stress
CDC, July 2020 The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic may be stressful for people. Fear and anxiety about a new disease and what could happen can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. Public health actions, such as social...