As we mentioned last week, the month of September is National Recovery Month. The goal of Recovery Month spreads the positive message that behavioral health is essential to overall health, that prevention works, treatment is effective and people can and do recover. Following Recovery Month is … [Read more...] aboutThe Role of Prevention in Substance Abuse Treatment & Recovery
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Absolute Advocacy Supports SAMHSA’s National Recovery Month
In its 24th year, National Recovery Month is sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). During the month of September, substance abuse recovery and treatment facilities will join forces with … [Read more...] aboutAbsolute Advocacy Supports SAMHSA’s National Recovery Month
Absolute Advocacy Receives Rave Reviews For ADETS Classes
As you know we are North Carolina state approved providers of ADETS: Alcohol and Drug Education Traffic School. This service focuses on educating attendees on the risks and consequences of drug and alcohol abuse. Often recommended for first time DWI offenders, the classes are primarily geared … [Read more...] aboutAbsolute Advocacy Receives Rave Reviews For ADETS Classes
Safe, Sober Prom Night: Preventing Underage Drinking & Driving On Prom Night
It's that time of year again: students are making plans for prom night, now through mid-May. Did you know that 70% of teens expect to drink and drive on prom night? The legal drinking age is 21. Where do you think children get alcohol on prom night? And what will you do to protect your child from … [Read more...] aboutSafe, Sober Prom Night: Preventing Underage Drinking & Driving On Prom Night