EP 105 Changes On Teen's Life, How To Talk To Them.

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On this episode we had the opportunity to talk with Faith Nyaenya and she share some way to prevent youth youth from getting involve on substance abuse. Resources YOUTH FRIENDLY SUBSTANCE USE ONLINE RESOURCES Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre: Resources are available on this website for youth and teens about substance use, including in-depth information on various substances and concurrent disorders, as well as steps to seek help. http://keltymentalhealth.ca/substance-use Partnership for Drug-Free Kids: This website works to reduce substance abuse among adolescents by supporting families and engaging with teens. http://www.drugfree.org/ Truth Campaign: This campaign provides information and uses videos and social media to engage youth in taking action against tobacco and tobacco companies. http://www.thetruth.com/ Your Room: This website offers information about alcohol and a wide range of drugs, their effects, withdrawal, and how to get help for yourself or for anyone else who needs it. http://yourroom.com.au/   SUBSTANCE USE RESOURCE INSTITUTES National Council on Alcohol and Drug Dependence: This informational website provides support to those who need assistance confronting the diseases of alcoholism and drug dependence. http://ncaddms.org/ National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism: NIAAA supports and conducts research on the impact of alcohol use on human health and wellbeing. They provide resources directed toward young people to evaluate your drinking and tools to stay in control. http://rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov/ NIDA for Teens: NIDA provides a wealth of knowledge and resources including easy-to-read guides about various drugs. Their website for adolescents includes videos, blog posts, and drug facts. http://teens.drugabuse.gov/     TREATMENT SERVICE LOCATORS Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator: Find treatment facilities for substance abuse/addiction and/or mental health problems. https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/ Buprenorphine Treatment Physician Locator: Find physicians authorized to treat opioid dependency with buprenorphine by state. http://www.samhsa.gov/medication-assisted-treatment/physician-program-data/treatment-physician-locator Opioid Treatment Program Directory: Search opioid treatment programs by state. http://dpt2.samhsa.gov/treatment/directory.aspx Sober Nation Treatment Locator: An extensive  directory of recovery centers http://www.sobernation.com/ SUPPORT GROUPS Al-Anon Family for Teens: A group for problem drinkers who can find understanding and support through group meetings, podcasts, and other resources. http://www.al-anon.alateen.org/for-alateen Alcohol Anonymous: The AA website can help young people find AA meetings near them and has brochures directed at young people. http://www.aa.org/pages/en_US Narcotics Anonymous: The NA website can help young people find NA meetings near them and has resources including brochures for young addicts. http://www.na.org/ Smart Recovery: SMART Recovery is a leading self-empowering addiction recovery support group. The website provides resources for teens and youth support programs, meeting locations, and an online community. http://www.smartrecovery.org/teens/