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General Education

Did you know that nearly 1 in 3  Americans are affected by the disease of addiction  or are living in recovery?  That means the chances are high that you’ll not only be professionally affected by addiction but you’ll also be personally affected, whether it’s experienced by a family member, a coworker, a friend – or even you. The good news is that there are steps you can take to help, starting with educating yourself about this disease.

In this three-part training, you’ll learn what makes some people more susceptible to addiction, how to spot the signs of substance misuse, and what you can do to reduce your risk and protect your family. You’ll also explore the dangers of fentanyl and get actionable information to keep your loved ones safe from this deadly and pervasive drug. Are you ready to learn all about addiction and what you can do to reduce the devastation it causes? Click below to get started.

What Addiction Is and Who Is at Risk

The Science of Addiction

Think addiction only happens to certain kinds of people? See why addiction is not a choice but a disease that changes the brain.
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Are You at Risk?

Why do some people develop addiction, while others don’t? Learn the three key factors—and how to reduce your risk.
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Signs, Symptoms, & Treatment

Worried you or someone you love may have a substance use disorder? Take a one-minute addiction quiz to find out if it’s time to seek treatment.
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How You Can Make a Difference

How You Can Help

It can be overwhelming to know how to help when someone you care about is struggling with addiction. Learn four things you can do to support someone with addiction or to support a friend or coworker managing addiction in their family.
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Words Matter

Words are powerful. A single word can encourage change, or stop someone from pursuing the help they need. Learn about the power of words here.
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Stages of Change

Understanding the stages of change helps one manage expectations and know the best way to respond to another’s behaviors by matching encouragement, empathy, and support to the stage they are in.
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The Gift of Recovery

Recovery from substance use disorder isn’t just about surviving – it’s about thriving. Listen to three stories for hope and inspiration about the road to recovery.
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Ways to Protect Yourself and Others from Opioids

The Dangers of Prescription Opioids

Commonly prescribed for pain, opioid use comes with risks. Get the facts about how opioids work and how you can protect your family.
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Fentanyl: Get the Facts

Get the facts on fentanyl and learn why it’s so dangerous. Fentanyl can't be seen, tasted, or smelled, and only a couple of specks when mixed into pills can be deadly.
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Where to look for help

Where to look for help

Do you need guidance?

Now that you are more educated about the disease of addiction, are you worried about yourself or someone you care about?  Begin with an Addiction Treatment Needs Assessment and you’ll receive guidance you can use to find the right treatment including identifying level of care and providers who offer that level in your area.

If you have insurance coverage, call the Member Service number on the back of your ID card for help with benefit information or treatment options. Or, call your employer’s Employee Assistance Program.

If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please call 911.

If you are considering suicide, call the Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255.

There is hope.

General Resources

General Resources

Alcoholics Anonymous

A fellowship of men and women who have had a drinking problem.

1-800-839-1686 24/7 Website: Alcoholics Anonymous

Al-Anon

Fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength, and hope in order to solve their common problems.

Website: Al-Anon Family Groups

Narcotics Anonymous

A fellowship of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem and meet regularly to help each other stay clean.

Website: Narcotics Anonymous