Announcement


Our 2020 Regional Priority Report for Southwestern Connecticut is complete.

You can read the complete document on our website and attend our annual meeting on Friday, July 16th to hear more about the report.

There is still time to RSVP for the annual meeting. Send an email to info@thehubct.org.
Resources

The Eating Disorders Helpline is available via call, text or online chat. Visit the National Eating Disorders Association website.
New England Public Health Training Center
Summer Refresher Series - Free Webinars for Community Health Workers
In the News
Marijuana May Be Linked to Suicidal Thoughts in Young Adults

(National Institutes of Health, June 22) Marijuana use could be linked to increased risk of suicidal thoughts, plan, and attempt among young adults, according to researchers who analyzed data from the National Surveys on Drug Use and Health...

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www.getsmartaboutdrugs.gov
Alcohol Abuse on the Rise but Doctors Often Fail to Treat It

People with alcohol use disorder are often seen in clinics and hospitals, but medical professionals too often ignore the condition. Like many people who struggle to control their drinking, Andy Mathisen tried a lot of ways to cut back.

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www.nytimes.com
How to Support Adult Children Struggling With Mental Health

Expert advice on how to gently offer help and compassion. Katie Bradeen of Colorado Springs, Colo., began to worry about her 20-year-old son, Ryan, when he came home for Christmas break of 2020. She said he had a "gray demeanor" and "he seemed to ...

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www.nytimes.com
The Hub: Behavioral Health Action Organization for Southwestern CT
A division of the Regional Youth Adult Social Action Partnership (RYASAP) 

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