A new policy statement developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) provides recommendations for pediatricians, media, policymakers, and government agencies with medically accurate, person-first, and nonstigmatizing terminology around substance use. Also...
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Prevention is Hope – Celebrating Ten Years of the Rhode Island Prevention Resource Center
The Rhode Island Prevention Resource Center (RIPRC), June, 2022 The Rhode Island Prevention Resource Center (RIPRC) celebrates its tenth anniversary in this video series, Prevention is Hope. The RIPRC is dedicated to providing training, technical assistance, and...
Adversity and Mental Health of Sexual and Gender Minorities in Rhode Island
State Epidemiological Outcomes Workgroup (SEOW) on behalf of the Rhode Island Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (BHDDH), May, 2022 This data brief developed by the Statewide Epidemiological Outcomes Workgroup (SEOW) on...
Rethinking Drinking: Alcohol and Your Health
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, 2022 This resource is designed for U.S. adults who drink alcohol. It provides evidence-based information about alcohol and health along with tips, tools, and resources for those who want to cut down on or quit...
A Behavioral Health Emergency Plan for My Child and Family
Rhode Island Department of Behavioral Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals, 2022 Like a physical health crisis, a behavioral health crisis can be devastating for individuals, families, and communities. A Behavioral Health Crisis Plan is intended to help...
Basic Facts About Addiction
Shatter Proof Find answers to basic questions about addiction in this interactive resource! View the resource here.
Drug Take Back Day
BHDDH, October 23, 2021 This infographic demonstrates the success of Drug Take Back Day 2021.
RISAS Holiday Outreach Campaign
RISAS, December 2021 In December, RI Student Assistance Counselors focus on the theme, “The Holidays Aren’t Always Happy”. This is an opportunity for student assistance counselors to reach out to faculty for referrals, and directly to students who may be dreading,...
2021 Data Brief: Underage Drinking in Rhode Island
State Epidemiological Outcomes Workgroup (SEOW) on behalf of the Rhode Island Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities & Hospitals (BHDDH), October 2021 The State Epidemiological Outcomes Workgroup (SEOW), on behalf of the Rhode Island...
RIPRC’s Mindfulness and Adolescents Training
The RIPRC, November 2021 This is a recording of the RIPRC's Mindfulness and Adolescents Training, which was presented by Shannon Spurlock on November 30th, 2021. During this training, Shannon Spurlock engages participants in a discussion regarding the benefits of...