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The Catalyst Coalition is a grass-roots group of interested advocates who are using their collaborative strength as a "catalyst" to address and combat youth substance abuse in Napa County. The Catalyst Coalition in made up of four City teams representing parents, service providers, schools, elected officials, businesses, and youth. The content posted here is intended to inspire conversations aroun
04/11/2023
Did you know that the lethal amount of Fentanyl is only as big as the tip of a pencil, or two grains of salt?? Talking to your friends and family about fentanyl poisoning and buying pills online or on the street can be a life or death conversation.
04/05/2023
Prom is just around the corner! This is a great time to start having conversations around the harms of drinking and driving and explaining how important it is to save a safe & sober prom night, after all its a night they'll want to remember!
03/28/2023
Did you know that there are 5 factors that shape mental health in youth? Some may feel too big to tackle, but open and honest conversations and checking in regularly about what's going on in their life can make all the difference.
03/21/2023
Did you know that LGBTQ+ youth experience more harassment at school than non-LGBTQ+ youth? Making sure we are supporting our LGBTQ+ community and offering a safe space is so important in improving mental health and preventing unhealthy coping mechanisms, like substance use.
03/15/2023
What are some signs of mental distress? According to the US Surgeon General, youth show mental distress usually with changes in their attitudes, thoughts, appearance, usually becoming irritable or angry and have changes in appetite and sleep. As a parent or guardian the best thing you can do is check in regularly and offer support however they may need it.
03/07/2023
Mental health affects so much, including increase in substance use. With anxiety rates rising, its important now more than ever to learn healthy coping mechanisms, some as simple as taking a walk outside, deep breathing, and chatting with a friend.
01/19/2023
It is important to increase awareness in children so they can make safe decisions for their bodies. When will you start the conversat
This wonderful graphic is from SAMSA, for more information visit their website.
01/17/2023
According to the CDC, “Potassium helps the kidneys, heart, muscles and, nerves function properly. Not getting enough potassium can increase blood pressure, deplete calcium in bones, and increase the risk of kidney stones. People with chronic kidney disease and people taking certain medications may have too much potassium in their blood. But most people in the United States need more potassium in their eating patterns. See food sources of potassium.”
01/11/2023
According to SAMSA, Children can be underage drinking as early as nine years old! Talk to your children about the dangers of drinking.
01/09/2023
Mindfulness can be added to small parts of your day to day. Here a just a few examples of small things you can do at work to feel more refreshed.
January 11
01/05/2023
There are many benefits to mindfulness, be sure to find some time in your day to recharge and reconnect!
01/03/2023
Students are continuing to use to***co products despite how detrimental they are to people’s health. How can you support youth you know to encourage them to not use to***co products?
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