This discussion will focus on the critical intersection of mental health and underage substance use in teens. We will explore how mental health challenges, such as anxiety, depression, and stress, can increase the likelihood of adolescents turning to substances as a coping mechanism. The session will highlight the warning signs, the impact of substance use...
Overview ABHPC hosts monthly online Prevention Pathways Community of Practice. These interactive sessions will provide participants with an opportunity to learn, build skills for successful prevention efforts, and network with other prevention professionals. Discussions will be centered around best practices in prevention, emerging and empirical research, and evidence-based programs. Each session will be led by an...
Join us for a virtual discussion focused on current alcohol and drug use trends among Marin County youth. We will review local data, discuss the broader context of substance use in the community, and explore how Marin’s culture may impact youth behavior. The presentation will also include a youth speaker who will share their personal...
Join us for an engaging discussion designed to explore key parenting topics like different parenting styles, effective communication, and building strong connections. Learn how to create a solid foundation that nurtures your child’s growth and supports a healthy, trusting relationship as they journey into their teenage years and beyond during this special evening with guest...
Enhancing Prevention Efforts: Prevention Application Community of Practice Overview: Prevention Application Community of Practice spaces will support the continuing education of prevention professionals in a manner that is engaging, focused on skill building, dynamic, and in line with statewide goals. Together we will “unpack” what has been learned in professional competency training events, thus supporting the...
Enhancing Prevention Efforts: Prevention Proficiencies Community of Practice Overview: The Prevention Proficiencies Community of Practice focuses on foundational skills and knowledge in local substance use prevention programming and strategy implementation. Tailored to SAMHSA’s federal Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) as well as Substance Use Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Services Block Grant (SUBG) funding requirements, this space is...
Session 1 of 4 in Our New to Prevention Learning Community Overview: This introduction to substance use disorder (SUD) prevention is where to come to get answers to (at least some of!) the questions you’ve had about the primary prevention field, including: If you’re new to the prevention field, or still trying to gain a...
Enhancing Prevention Efforts: Prevention Application Community of Practice Overview: Prevention Application Community of Practice spaces support the continuing education of prevention professionals in a manner that is engaging, focused on skill building, dynamic, and in line with statewide goals. Together we “unpack” what has been learned in professional competency training events, thus supporting the application of...
Please join us for a special event focused on reducing youth access to alcohol and other drugs. We will discuss local laws that apply to all parents and caregivers, as well as how we can work together as a community to mitigate the negative impact of underage substance use in Marin. We will share specific...
Session 2 of 4 in Our New to Prevention Learning Community Overview: The world of prevention is vast – if you’ve attended a coalition meeting or training, you’ve likely heard an “alphabet soup” full/variety of acronyms representing different programs, practices, and affiliations. Creating an understanding across the prevention workforce helps us unify our efforts towards...