In the News: Daily Marijuana Use Reached All-Time High Last Year Among College Students

Top Stories & Key Reads of the Week Daily Marijuana Use Reached All-Time High Last Year Among College Students Daily marijuana use among college students reached an all-time high last year, according to the annual Monitoring the Future study. Opioid Overdose Deaths on the Rise Among Black Americans Opioid overdose deaths increased 38% among non-Hispanic Black Americans from 2018 to 2019, a new study finds. In contrast, opioid overdose deaths remained about the same among other race and ethnicity groups, HealthDay reports.   Partnership in the News   Read the latest coverage     Policy News Roundup Find more of our must-reads in policy news, including a delayed FDA decision that could dictate the future of e-cigarette giant Juul. Research News Roundup View our curated digest of the latest research news, including the use of naltrexone in the treatment of alcohol use disorder.   Other Headlines of Interest Statement from Acting Director Regina LaBelle on Today’s CDC Overdose Death Data (The White House) Mental Health Doesn't Evolve in a Vacuum. Can Mental Illness be Prevented? (Newsweek)

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We provide housing and supportive services to men, women, and children affected by chemical dependency and domestic violence. Many of our residents have experienced homelessness, either as a cause or consequence of chemical dependency or domestic violence.  Homelessness is a growing issue in Minnesota, exacerbated by a severe lack of affordable housing. Our residents call Missions Inc. home for anywhere from one night to two years.  Residents receive the support, stability, and resources they need to obtain safety and healing and to pursue justice in their lives. Our residents are doing the hardest and most important work of all, bravely facing the challenges that lie ahead, taking control of their lives and finding hope for the future. Follow us on your favorite social media channels to read more stories and to get updates. Missions Inc. Programs 3409 E. Medicine Lake Blvd  | Plymouth, Minnesota 55441 763.559.1883 | Giving@missionsinc.org

Free in-person couples workshop at Caron Philadelphia

Join us in person for this upcoming workshop An Introduction to the ASCENT Approach for Couples in Recovery Saturday, October 16th  |  9:00 am - 1:00 p.m. Caron Philadelphia Outpatient Treatment Center 401 Plymouth Road, Suite 325 Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 Caron Philadelphia Outpatient Treatment Center is a healthcare provider and per CDC requirements, masks are required. Caron cares about the health and safety of its patients, staff and visitors. The lifting of state and local mask mandates excludes healthcare settings such as Caron. Healthy relationships are essential to recovery, but moving from dysfunctional and codependent behaviors to healthy, functioning relationships is not a simple process. This workshop will introduce couples to the ASCENT Approach, a set of six evidence-informed practices that will enhance the recovery process for couples. Who should attend?    Couples in which at least one partner struggled with a substance use disorder and have maintained six months of sobriety. Space is limited to six couples! Cost - Free! This event is sponsored by the generosity of Jay and Lauren Springer. Although the event is free, registration is required. Register Now Meet the Presenters The workshop is facilitated by a professional couple: William Thomas, MBA, a retired CEO, and Chantal Jauvin, LLB, MBA, a former General Counsel, with over 12 years of recovery. With their support, you have the opportunity to step out of your comfort zone and develop new skills to build a healthy relationship in recovery. Looking for a more intensive experience?  Join Chantal and William, along with licensed clinical addiction psychologist Dr. Jeremy Frank for this two-day, in-person workshop: The ASCENT Approach Weekend Workshop October 23 - 9:00 AM through October 24 - 5:00 PM Caron Breakthrough Mansion - Wernersville, PA Learn More For more information about this event, contact Cory Trevena  |  ctrevena@caron.org  |   (610) 780-2439

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September is National Recovery Month National Recovery Month (Recovery Month) takes place each September and is a national observance held to bring awareness to the public about how substance use treatment and mental health services can enable those with a mental and/or substance use disorder to live a healthy and rewarding life. We believe that Recovery is Real...and Begins at Mariners Inn. Please join us in recognizing some recovery milestones and consider giving to Mariners Inn this month to help others reach their recovery milestones and join us on our journey to help save lives. WATCH ON YOUTUBE HERE RECOVERY SPOTLIGHT - GARY OWENS, 13 YEARS Gary Owens, 13 years Certified Peer Recovery Mentor (CPRM) Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) Recovery Coach at Mariners Inn One of Gary's messages about recovery:  "One of the things I try to get across to my clients so I can help them understand that I identify with their problems is that I try to tell them that I build others up because I know how it feels to be torn down." DONATE TODAY! [Mariners Inn] | [(313) 962-9446] | [Website] Connect with us  ‌  ‌  ‌  ‌  ‌

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