Alaska The economic impact of drug and alcohol misuse in Alaska exceeds $3 billion a year, according to a new report by the independent research firm the McDowell Group. Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]
The first of many steps being taken towards a positive recovery
“I want to live life to the fullest and be the best father I can be. I want my kids to know there is no shame in getting help when you need it, and to be a source of strength for anyone out there who needs help but is afraid to take the first step.” Ben Affleck shares his story …
Set free from addiction; Mat-Su treatment group expanding
A faith-based group is expanding its addiction treatment programs, in the Mat-Su. Set Free Alaska began about six years ago, with only two or three clients. Now, the organization helps more than 120 women and children. Executive director Phillip Licht said, “We really believe that every individual has incredible value. We love on them – we teach them practical skills.” …
You’re invited to help improve Alaska’s alcohol laws
Although we have noticed the increase of opioid abuse in our state, alcohol remains the single greatest destructive and most abused substance in Alaska. Five years in the making, an overhaul of Alaska’s alcohol industry regulation aims to enhance public safety, public health and good business. Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN …
Alcohol: If you drink, keep it moderate
Moderate alcohol use has possible health benefits, but it’s not risk-free. Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]
State senator puts out comprehensive plan to curb alcohol misuse in Alaska
Alcohol is the deadliest substance in Alaska, according to the state department of health and social services, but state law regulating its consumption hasn’t changed much since 1980. Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]
R.O.C.K. Mat-Su (Raising Our Children With Kindness) – ACEs Training
Across Alaska and the nation, people are talking about the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) study. This ACEs study outlined the greatest public health discovery in decades: that traumatic childhood events, such as experiencing abuse or neglect or witnessing domestic violence in the home, can create dangerous levels of stress that may result in long-term effects on behavior and health. R.O.C.K. …
43rd Annual School on Addiction and Behavioral Health
The Regional Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor Training (RADACT) program is pleased to announce the 43rd Annual School on Addictions and Behavioral Health: “Open Conversation about Recovery: Emerging Addiction Treatment.” Join us May 1 – 3, 2017 at the Sheraton Anchorage Hotel to explore the connection between primary care and the field of addictions and behavioral health. To register go …
Study finds effective interventions to prevent alcohol use among American Indian and rural youth
Community-based and individual-level prevention strategies are effective ways to reduce alcohol use among American Indian and other youth living in rural communities, according to a new study supported by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), part of the National Institutes of Health. Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR …