Rural communities are disproportionately impacted by the drug crisis. Substance use disorder not only affects the individual but also ripples through communities, schools and families where youth may grapple with a loss of hope and direction. This Community Conversation aims to explore tailored strategies and initiatives to support youth in rural areas impacted by a family member’s addiction. Our panel will be comprised of thought leaders carving meaningful paths of action & support in their rural communities.
The drug crisis has disproportionately impacted rural communities casting a shadow over youth and the stability of their families. Limited access to healthcare and the high price of treatment leave individuals struggling with addiction unable to get the help they need. This article has been carefully crafted to serve as a bookmark of resources specific to rural communities impacted by the drug crisis including facts, recommended books, and support programs for youth, parents, and support professionals.
The Mending Word is intended to be a community to process grief through creative writing workshops for both adults and teens. Grief can be extremely lonely, but it doesn't have to be. In Michal's virtual interactive writing workshops, you can connect with others who are processing loss through creative writing, build authentic relationships with people who GET it, and uncover the power of writing.
Navigating a family member’s substance use disorder can be challenging at any age. However, child development theory and research tell us that children process stressful events differently based on their unique developmental stage. This article will review common trauma responses followed by tips for education, prevention, and mentoring for the age & stage: TEENS
Navigating a family member’s substance use disorder can be challenging at any age. However, child development theory and research tell us that children process stressful events differently based on their unique developmental stage. This article will review common trauma responses followed by tips for education, prevention, and mentoring for the age & stage: PRETEENS
Navigating a family member’s substance use disorder can be challenging at any age. However, child development theory and research tell us that children process stressful events differently based on their unique developmental stage. This article will review common trauma responses followed by tips for education, prevention, and mentoring for the age & stage: EARLY ELEMENTARY (ages 5-8)
Navigating a family member’s substance use disorder can be challenging at any age. However, child development theory and research tell us that children process stressful events differently based on their unique developmental stage. This article will review common trauma responses followed by tips for education, prevention, and mentoring for the age & stage: PRESCHOOLERS (ages 2-4)
Navigating a family member’s substance use disorder can be challenging at any age. However, child development theory and research tell us that children process stressful events differently based on their unique developmental stage. This article will review common trauma responses followed by tips for education, prevention, and mentoring for the age & stage: INFANTS & TODDLERS (ages 0-2)
Navigating a family member’s substance use disorder can be challenging at any age. However, child development theory and research tell us that children process stressful events differently based on their unique developmental stage. This article will review common trauma responses followed by tips for education, prevention, and mentoring at each developmental stage.
Lambi Learns About Addiction: A Book About Prevention is a 36-page, colorfully illustrated picture book written to help children ages 3-12 cope with a parent’s addiction. The story features the endearing character Lambi, who comes to life through the vibrant and engaging illustrations created by well-known artist Kellie Montana of Greenbrier, Tennessee.