Addiction Prevention Coalition

"College football fans know ESPN sideline reporter Lauren Sisler for her sunny personality, incisive interviews and exuberant dancing during games — what she calls her “sideline shimmy.” But the 39-year-old Birmingham resident has a painful history that she kept hidden for nearly two decades: When Sisler was in college, both her parents died of drug overdoses."

Consider taking a digital detox by gathering up some sober friends and going on a spiritual camping retreat. Grab your camping supplies and venture into the wilderness, prepared for a weekend of fellowship, meditation, and nature. Camping with your friends will allow you to enhance your relationships, get some fresh air, and cleanse your mind of the current social media trends. #selfcare #takeawalk #support #AUD #SUD #recovery #hope #soberlife #sobriety #bhamrecovery #Birmingham #APC #endaddictionbham

“My best friend was like, ‘I don't get it, Bernard. You put your mind to something, you've always been able to achieve it. Why can't you get over this meth?’ ” Groves said. “I don't know why. And it feels awful.”

? ICYMI: Yesterday we had a wonderful conversation with Dr. Aaron Weiner, PhD, ABPP, about teens and alcohol. If you're looking for tips and information about how to talk to your kids about this very important topic, watch and/or listen to the YouTube video below. And stay tuned to the end to hear GREAT ways to start a productive conversation with you kids! ?? Thank you so much to Dr. Weiner for sharing his time and knowledge with all of us! https://lnkd.in/eCmSVp-R

Mental illnesses are disorders that can affect a person’s thinking, mood or behavior. These early warning signs and symptoms can help determine if you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health condition. Learn more & get support: samhsa.gov/mental-health #MIAW #aud #recovery #addiction #support #prevention #sober #soberlife #sobriety #bhamrecovery #Birmingham #APC #endaddictionbham

"Three of the four biggest industrial contributors to worldwide morbidity and mortality are alcohol, tobacco, and ultra-processed foods (the fourth being fossil fuels).3 The CDC estimates that more than 178,000 people die in the United States each year from diseases attributable to excessive alcohol use,4 and more than 480,000 people die annually from causes attributable to tobacco use."

Your setback is just a setup for your comeback. Never let a stumble in the road be the end of your journey. You are more than who you were. You can start over anytime. Like today. #recovery #addiction #support #prevention #sober #soberlife #sobriety #bhamrecovery #Birmingham #APC #endaddictionbham

This week is Mental Illness Awareness Week (Oct. 6-Oct. 12). Help raise awareness about the importance of mental health, and getting support and treatment for mental illness: samhsa.gov/mental-health #MIAW #recovery #sobriety #prevention #recovery #soberlife #bhamrecovery #Birmingham #APC #endaddictionbham

Hope is a powerful emotion that keeps us going when we feel like giving up. Once you choose hope, anything is possible. #recovery #sobriety #prevention #recovery #soberlife #bhamrecovery #Birmingham #APC #endaddictionbham

“With recruitment down in all branches of service and our nation’s military readiness a subject of national debate, there is temptation to believe that lowering standards to keep up with the times will be a quick fix. A recent op-ed online proposed “Don’t Ask, Don’t Test” arguing that “the Department of Defense should stop asking whether its members use marijuana, and the military should stop testing for it.”