Resources to Address Substance Use in Rural Communities
Resources and information found within the following topics are targeted at supporting the unique needs of rural communities in addressing substance use disorder and co-occurring disorders.
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Prevention and Harm Reduction
Efforts aimed at reducing substance misuse, minimizing its health and social consequences, and preventing the negative effects of substance use when people who use substances are not ready or able to stop.
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Behavioral Health
Supporting an individual's mental, emotional, and social well-being as it relates to substance use and co-occurring behavioral health disorders.
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Recovery Supports
Non-clinical services and strategies that assist individuals and families in achieving long-term, sustainable recovery from substance misuse or other behavioral health challenges.
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Justice and Public Safety
Programs and practices that seek to connect individuals at risk for or involved with the justice system with substance use and co-occurring disorders to treatment and recovery supports.
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Health and Healthcare
All aspects of healthcare access points that support individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders and provide awareness and education to the community.
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Community
Community efforts aimed at preventing substance misuse and creating stable environments to promote treatment and recovery from substance use and co-occurring disorders.