Peers Use Their Lived Experience to Help Others

Peers use their lived experience to help others

By Melanie Dallas, LPC I thought a lot about what the title of this column would be. One of my ideas, the one I obviously didn’t choose, was “We all have lived experience.” With May being Mental Health Awareness Month, I wanted to acknowledge the fact that almost all of us will face a mental health struggle at some point in our lives. This is not to say we will all have a diagnosable mental illness, but that there are a lot circumstances that ca…

The connection between substance use and mental health - Drink and Drugs News

Substance use and mental health are deeply intertwined. For many, turning to drugs or alcohol isn’t about chasing a high – it’s a way to cope with emotional pain.

Transforming Substance Use Disorder Outcomes

Harnessing Digital Tools for Public Health Success This webinar, hosted by the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO), showcases how public sector organizations are successfully implementing digital tools to address substance use disorder (SUD) in their communities. Through real-world case studies and expert insights, you’ll discover the transformative potential of technology-enhanced interventions in public health set…