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October is Substance Use Prevention Month

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October is Substance Use Prevention Month. It’s likely you know someone affected by a substance use disorder, or have struggled with it yourself. Developing an issue with drugs is not the fault of the user — it’s an unfair fight against the brain and body’s natural chemistry.

Use these resources to learn about substance use disorders and help prevent the harm they cause to individuals, families and communities throughout October and all year long: resources.lucet.health/toolkit-substance-use-prevention-24

If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use or addiction, call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357. 

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Although addiction is shockingly common, stigma and biases continue to surround it. Addiction goes beyond substance use and can impact anyone, despite a few of the persistent misconceptions you may have heard.

Learn the truth behind addiction: resources.lucet.health/toolkit-substance-use-prevention-24/myth-busting-addiction

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Overdose will continue to be a real threat in our society as long as we have access to substances, and you may one day find yourself in the position to help someone experiencing one. It's crucial to act as quickly and calmly as you can while getting a person in crisis to emergency care.

Learn these lifesaving tips in the event of an overdose: resources.lucet.health/toolkit-substance-use-prevention-24/how-to-help-someone-in-the-event-of-an-overdose

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Smoking is one of the leading causes of preventable illness and death in the U.S., but nicotine's addictiveness and the routine of the activity make it a tough habit to quit. Luckily, there are daily changes and replacement therapy options to help reduce cravings.

Try these methods: resources.lucet.health/toolkit-substance-use-prevention-24/kick-the-habit-how-to-quit-smoking

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When we think of a substance use disorder (SUD), alcohol use likely isn't the first thing that comes to mind. Yet it's the most common SUD because of its social acceptance, "functioning alcoholism," and the blurred line of how much is too much.

Read more about how to detect that line and broach the topic with loved ones using alcohol excessively: resources.lucet.health/toolkit-substance-use-prevention-24/alcohol-use-disorder-hidden-in-plain-sight

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Substance use and mental health are inextricably linked. It's rare that a negative change in one doesn't affect the other, as both alter how our brains function.

Read more about why the two are often co-occurring, or comorbid, conditions — and how to reduce their impact: resources.lucet.health/toolkit-substance-use-prevention-24/interconnection-between-substance-use-and-mental-health

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Pop culture and common discourse tell us that treatment for a substance use disorder (SUD) means "rehab." While this is certainly an effective option, there are other ways that a person can recover from a SUD depending on severity and what best works for the individual.

Read more about the methods and therapies available to a person on the road to sobriety: resources.lucet.health/toolkit-substance-use-prevention-24/understanding-substance-use-treatment-options

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If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use or addiction, call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357.