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Substance abuse can have serious effects on your health and future. In this section, you'll find information about the risks associated with drugs and alcohol, how to recognize the signs of abuse, and where to seek help if you or someone you know is struggling.
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- Fact sheet on how the brain is affected: National Institute on Drug Abuse
- National Institute on Drug Abuse_ Drugs, Brains, and Behavior: The Science of Addiction Drugs and the Brain
- Mental Health Literacy_Understanding Substance Abuse
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"There's an app for that!"
- Recovery Path- This app is designed for people dealing with substance abuse or addiction. It helps users set goals, track their recovery progress, and offers a support network by connecting users with sponsors, therapists, and friends. It also provides daily reflections and coping strategies for staying sober.
- Reset-O- Created for those recovering from opioid use, Reset-O is a digital therapeutic app that offers interactive lessons and coping strategies. It's often prescribed by healthcare providers and is FDA-approved for treating opioid use disorder in conjunction with outpatient therapy.
- NHS Drink Free Days- This app, developed by the UK's National Health Service, encourages young people to reduce alcohol consumption by setting goals for "drink-free" days and tracking their progress. It also provides educational resources on the effects of alcohol.
- WEconnect- This app supports people in recovery by providing daily reminders, goals, and connections to local support meetings and recovery programs. It's useful for youth who need structure and a sense of community in their recovery journey.
- The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Mobile Apps- Hazelden Betty Ford offers several apps like Field Guide to Life, which provides daily motivational messages, progress tracking, and educational content for those in recovery from substance abuse.
