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Research briefs on substance use prevention and mental health promotion

In conjunction with the Prevention Research Sub-Committee, DBHR’s Prevention Section created three research briefs on emerging substance use and mental health promotion topics. The briefs highlight the benefits and uses of Prevention Science and can be shared with statewide partners. The three briefs, titles, below, are attached.

Costs and Benefits of Substance Use Prevention and Behavioral Health Promotion Access, Availability, and Density of Substance Retailers Protecting Youth… read more

Washington State Department of Health: Now recruiting for a Youth Advisory Council

The Washington State Department of Health is recruiting young people living in Washington for a Youth Advisory Council. Members of the council will be asked to serve for about a year starting in 2022, and will help the Adolescent and Young Adult Health Unit make programming decisions. More information about meetings, expectations, and how to apply is available in English, Spanish, Russian, Korean, Vietnamese, Arabic, Chinese (Sim) and Somali.

We are looking for applicants age 13-21… read more