Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, May 2019 Marijuana use comes with real risks that can impact a person’s health and life. Marijuana is the most commonly used illegal substance in the U.S. and its use is growing. Marijuana use among all adult...
Youth
Tips for Teens Series
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 2019 SAMHSA's "Tips for Teens" series, specifically designed for teens, addresses the risks, statistics, and myths about various substances that teens may use. Click here to access the series.
DEA Student Athletes and Opioids Poster
The Drug Enforcement Administration, 2019 Prescription opioid addiction – stemming from misuse – has hit the nation hard in recent years. Unfortunately, high school student-athletes can be especially vulnerable to prescription painkiller misuse. This poster encourages...
RI PREVCON 2019 – Cessation Resources in Rhode Island
Tobacco Free Rhode Island, 2019 This handout was used as part of an RI PREVCON 2019 session titled Combating the Latest Trends in Tobacco. The resources provided are proven effective to help you quit smoking traditional tobacco products as well as e-cigarettes and...
RI PREVCON 2019 Session – Stand Up to Stigma & Rebels Inspiring Positive Lifestyles
South Kingstown Partnership for Prevention, 2019 This unique workshop presentation was led by two different youth groups and presented at RI PREVCON 2019. First, the Chariho Youth Task Force showcased the important difference between mental health and mental illness....
RI PREVCON 2019 Session – Rhode Island’s Pledge to Change Direction
Hospital Association of Rhode Island, 2019 The Campaign to Change Direction is an international public health initiative that aims to normalize mental health conversations through the use of a common language, known as “The Five Signs of Emotional Suffering.” In May...
Rhode Island Permanent Prescription Drug Disposal Sites
Rhode Island Department of Behavioral Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals, October 2018 This flyer lists the permanent drug disposal sites in Rhode Island along with their location and phone number.
Cessation Resources in Rhode Island
Tobacco Free Rhode Island, June 2018 This flyer lists cessation resources with bullet-ed descriptions. There is contact information listed for each resource.
How to Manage Trauma
National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare, 2018 Trauma occurs when a person is overwhelmed by events or circumstances and responds with intense fear, horror, and helplessness. Extreme stress overwhelms the person’s capacity to cope. There is a direct...
Impaired Driving Info-graphic
South County Prevention Coalition, 2018 Car crashes are the leading cause of death among 16-19 year olds. This info-graphic provides more information around impaired driving in Rhode Island.