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2012 Press Releases and Other News

May 24, 2012
ODMHSAS has released a new fact sheet on Adult Alcohol Use and Related Consequences in Oklahoma.  Learn more by contacting the department's Prevention Services Division at 405-522-3908 or visiting www.odmhsas.org.

May 23, 2012
ODMHSAS has released a new fact sheet on Adult Alcohol Use and Related Consequences in Oklahoma.  Learn more by contacting the department's Prevention Services Division at 405-522-3908 or visiting www.odmhsas.org.


May 22, 2012
ODMHSAS has released a new fact sheet on Prescription Drug Abuse, Misuse and Consequences Among Oklahoma.  Learn more by contacting the department's Prevention Services Division at 405-522-3908 or visiting www.odmhsas.org.


May 21, 2012
Underage Drinking Still a Concern in Oklahoma: National Prevention Week 2012

During National Prevention Week, May 20-26, parents are encouraged to educate themselves about the dangers of underage drinking – an activity that potentially could set a child up for a lifetime of addiction.


May 4, 2012
All Rise America! National Motorcycle Relay for Recovery Stopping in TULSA

May is National Drug Court Month, and All Rise America is trying to bring more attention to the success of Drug Courts and other treatment courts. This year marks the inaugural All Rise America! National Motorcycle Relay for Recovery: a first of its kind cross-country motorcycle relay celebrating the inspiring stories of transformation brought to bear every day in America’s Drug Courts.


May 4, 2012
All Rise America! National Motorcycle Relay for Recovery Stopping in OKC

May is National Drug Court Month, and All Rise America is trying to bring more attention to the success of Drug Courts and other treatment courts. This year marks the inaugural All Rise America! National Motorcycle Relay for Recovery: a first of its kind cross-country motorcycle relay celebrating the inspiring stories of transformation brought to bear every day in America’s Drug Courts.


May 4, 2012
All Rise America! National Motorcycle Relay for Recovery Stopping in CLINTON

May is National Drug Court Month, and All Rise America is trying to bring more attention to the success of Drug Courts and other treatment courts. This year marks the inaugural All Rise America! National Motorcycle Relay for Recovery: a first of its kind cross-country motorcycle relay celebrating the inspiring stories of transformation brought to bear every day in America’s Drug Courts.


Oklahoma ranks near the top of the list in several categories of substance abuse and addiction, bringing to light a problem that state and national authorities say is too often overlooked by the public. In this collaborative effort with the Oklahoma Watch, the Tulsa World, OETA and News 9, The Oklahoman presents coverage of our State of Addiction. Read more online: State of Addiction

PDF: Oklahoma Drug Abuse: A State of Addiction - A series of stories with contributions from The Oklahoman, Tulsa World, Oklahoma Watch, State Impact Oklahoma, OETA, KWTV-9 and KGOU.


Operation Enduring Families

 

 

 

 

 

Operation Enduring Families!
The OEF/OIF Readjustment Clinic is starting a new psychoeducational class exclusively for adult family members/partners/significant others of OEF/OIF/OND veterans and service members. This 90 minute weekly group will be held for 6 weeks with an initial tentative start date of March 26th (depending on enrollment). This program will be run at least twice, depending on how successful it is.

WHO: Adult family members, partners/spouses, or significant others of post-9/11 vets (OEF/OIF/OND) 
         (OK even if still active duty)

WHERE/WHEN: Mondays 3-4:30pm (6 weeks), 3rd Floor OEF/OIF Readjustment Program, Tentative start date of
         March 26th!

WHAT: It is a program to help families adjust to the natural difficulties of deployment and also increase their 
        knowledge, coping skills, and sense of empowerment related to difficulties such as:

-Depression
-Anger
-PTSD
-TBI
-Relationship Problems
-Parenting
-And more! 

For more information, please contact: Dr. Davis or Dr. Braese, (405) 456-3888 or (405) 456-2855


SAMHSA News Release 
Report shows 7.5 million children live with a parent with an alcohol use disorder
A new report shows 7.5 million children under age 18 (10.5 percent of this population) lived with a parent who has experienced an alcohol use disorder in the past year. According to the report by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) 6.1 million of these children live with two parents—with either one or both parents experiencing an alcohol use disorder in the past year.


GOVERNOR CITES BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES IN ‘STATE OF THE STATE’ ADDRESS
Gov. Mary Fallin demonstrated her continuing support for mental health and addiction services in Oklahoma by proposing a budget increase for the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.


Supporting War Veterans and Families in Faith Communities
Saturday, April 14, 2012 - 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 
Archdiocesan Catholic Pastoral Center - Conference Center, 7501 NW Expressway, Oklahoma City, OK


This day will build awareness of the concerns, needs and resources for Service members and their families. Presentations will be given by professionals addressing behavioral, financial, and spiritual concerns as well as making available the resources in our communities.


INTEGRIS CANCER INSTITUTE FIRESIDE CHAT - BE WELL: Live a Life of Resilience
5:30 to 6:30 p.m. • Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012
INTEGRIS Cancer Institute of Oklahoma, 5911 W. Memorial Road, Oklahoma City

Please join Dr. R. Murali Krishna, president and COO of INTEGRIS Mental Health and the INTEGRIS James L. Hall Jr. Center for Mind, Body and Spirit, and learn how to discover the resiliency in your life.


 

 

 

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