Drug
Prevention
Drug prevention seems like a phrase
only a school-kid might hear. However, drug prevention
applies to everyone. People of all ages -- children,
teens, adults and older people -- are all at risk for
becoming addicted to one or more substances, whether
cocaine or alcohol, heroin or prescription drugs.
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SAMHSA works to improve the quality and availability of substance abuse prevention, alcohol and drug addiction treatment, and mental health services. Includes links to community programs, information resources, events and articles. |
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The best and most feasible way to
put an end to the nation's drug problem is to begin
at the source, with drug prevention. If you are already
abusing drugs, we urge you to seek help immediately.
If you know someone who is at risk for becoming addicted
to drugs, you may want to share this drug prevention
resource with him or her.
Parents
Rates of substance use among young people are lower
among those whose parents disapprove of substance use
than among those whose parents do not disapprove. If
you are a parent, make sure you talk with your children
about drug prevention before the threat of drugs becomes
a reality in your child's life.
Family
If you suspect that a family member might have a problem
with drugs or alcohol, talk to him or her. Although
drug prevention may not be possible if your family member
is already abusing drugs, just by showing your support,
you may be able to help the addict seek recovery.
Friends
It can be difficult to initiate a drug prevention conversation
with friends. However, it isn't impossible. If your
friendship is a new one, discuss your feelings about
drugs at the outset, which may serve as drug prevention
for a condition you don't even know about. If you suspect
a long-time friend might have a problem with drug abuse,
find a non-confrontational way of talking to him or
her. In the end, he or she will undoubtedly thank you
for your drug prevention efforts.
Community
If you suspect someone in your community -- a neighbor,
co-worker, church friend, book, writing or playgroup
member -- has a problem with drugs, direct intervention
and proven drug prevention techniques may not be the
best answers. Instead, offer greater community involvement
to that person, in the form of invitations, committee
work or other enjoyable tasks. The added trust and responsibility
may serve as drug prevention, helping prevent further
addiction.
If someone you know is at risk for
drug abuse, attempt some form of drug prevention or
intervention. While your help may not be appreciated
initially, the addict may heed your words if you --
or other members of his or her circle -- say them frequently
enough. Remember to be non-confrontational and non-aggressive,
chose your words carefully and recommend the person
seek treatment immediately.
Treatment Referral provides referrals
to rehabs that effectively treat alcohol, drug and substance
abuse beyond the initial cleansing of the system.
If you suspect that you or a loved
one is suffering from substance abuse, please contact
Treatment Referral today to find out more about your
drug abuse treatment options.
800.399.3612
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