County health officials warn heavy youth cannabis use increases risk of psychosis, urge prevention and funding Deschutes County behavioral‑health staff told the Board of Commissioners that high‑potency, frequent cannabis use—especially in adolescents and young adults—is linked to higher risk of psychosis and other mental‑health harms. Staff urged broader prevention and flagged Measure 110 funding cuts that will reduce services.

Deschutes County officials warn that rising cannabis potency among youth is linked to a staggering increase in psychosis risk, just as funding for prevention programs is being slashed.

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The truth about marijuana is that teens who use it are more likely to go on to develop schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.

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Know the signs of an opioid overdose, and be prepared to respond by carrying naloxone

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Drunk driving kills. Don’t become a statistic.

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Smoking harms everyone in your life, not just the humans. Take care of your furry family members.

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Choosing to remain substance free during pregnancy and breast feeding is a beautiful thought that comes with many benefits! #March #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment #2026

Wanting to increase the odds of healthy brain development? Try a substance free pregnancy! #March #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment #2026

Make the best possible choice for your health and future. Drugs are calling, but you DON’T have to answer.

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Learn the impacts of substance use—and how much richer your life can be without them.

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Never be caught unprepared in an emergency! Carry naloxone (NARCAN) and you can save a life.

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There's no better day than today to commit to a life that's substance free!
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When individuals carry naloxone (NARCAN) in their day to day life, it can save precious seconds and someone’s life during an overdose.

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It's estimated that about 17% of children aged 3-17 are diagnosed with a developmental disability. #March #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment #2026

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is an important part of avoiding substance use and substance use disorders.
Try these tips for maintaining your mental and physical health.
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We're bringing back our brain chat month! We'll be chatting about neurodevelopment! #March #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment #2026

Happy March! This month we will be taking a look at how substance use impacts neurodevelopment. #March #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment #2026

Tolerance (needing more of a drug over time to get the same effect) is a sign of a substance use disorder.

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Ogden district review of SHARP survey finds declines in youth vaping and marijuana but persistent mental-health and substance-use gaps Assistant Superintendent Chad Carpenter and public-health partners briefed the board on SHARP survey results showing local declines in youth marijuana and vaping since 2021, while signaling ongoing concerns about high alcohol use, elevated reports of depression, and food insecurity among students.

Ogden City School District sees promising declines in youth marijuana and vaping use, but alarming mental health concerns persist among students.

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Ogden board hears SHARP survey results showing declines in teen substance use but rising mental-health concerns Assistant Superintendent Chad Carpenter presented 2025 SHARP survey results showing notable declines in student marijuana use and vaping in Ogden but persistent and elevated rates of depression and suicide planning, prompting calls for expanded school-based mental-health supports and community partnerships.

Ogden students are showing promising declines in marijuana use and vaping, but alarming mental health concerns, including rising suicide planning rates, have officials urging immediate action.

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Sharps survey: district sees declines in substance use and mental-health indicators but flags nicotine pouches, sleep and cyberbullying Dr. Brian McGill presented SHaRPS survey results showing declines in alcohol and drug use and in depression/anxiety/suicidal ideation since 2021, while noting large increases in youth use of nicotine pouches, troubling sixth-grade behavior trends and persistent sleep and cyberbullying concerns.

Canyons School District is celebrating a decline in substance use and mental health issues among students, but troubling trends in nicotine pouch use and cyberbullying are raising alarms.

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It takes only a tiny amount of fentanyl to kill an adult, and fentanyl is found in many counterfeit drugs. Be smart: only take medication prescribed by a doctor and given to you from a pharmacy.

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It can be difficult to tell the difference between medicine and candy by sight alone—especially for kids. Make sure to store all meds in a safe place!

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There are MANY reasons not to vape. Ditch vapes in order to save money, say no to peer pressure, and live a healthier lifestyle.

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Safe disposal of medications keeps them from being misused. Contact your local authorized disposal location or reach out to your local prevention team for resources for safe disposal

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When drinking, impairment starts before the legal limit of 0.08 BAC. Understand how alcohol affects your body and make plans to help you arrive safely to your destination.

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Research consistently shows that prevention is one of the best ways to avoid poor health outcomes. You can choose to practice prevention while pregnant and/or breastfeeding! #February #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment #2026

Will you stand with us and support substance free pregnancies? #February #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment #2026

Fall in love with substance use prevention! When you choose a substance free pregnancy, you strengthen the odds of a healthier pregnancy! #February #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment #2026

Did you know February is American Heart Month? Let's get to the heart of prevention! #February #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment #2026

Happy February!

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