PARENTS: Open conversations strengthen trust and support prevention at home. Find more conversation starters for parents: TalkNowAZ.com #ConnectionIsPrevention #TalkNowAZ #PreventionWorks

MAPDA extends our heartfelt gratitude to @VIEWPAC for your generous support. Your commitment helps us continue our mission to protect families, raise awareness, and prevent drug misuse in communities across the country. Partnerships like yours make it possible for us to educate parents, empower youth, and save lives. Thank you for standing with us and supporting prevention, awareness, and hope. #MAPDA #ThankYou #SponsorAppreciation #VIEWPAC #CommunityPartners #PreventionMatters #AwarenessSavesLives #SupportNonprofits #TogetherWePrevent #ConnectionIsPrevention #DrugPrevention #YouthSafety #PublicHealth #FamiliesFirst

Fatal overdoses involving synthetic opioids increased by 168% among young people ages 15–24 between 2018 and 2022. Most were driven by fentanyl. This crisis is preventable. Awareness, connection, and early conversations save lives. Prevention starts here. Reference: NYU Langone Health (2024). Majority of Youth Overdose Deaths from 2018–2022 Were Driven by Fentanyl Alone. nyulangone.org/news/majority… #MAPDA #AwarenessSavesLives #YouthPrevention #ProtectOurKids #FentanylAwareness #OpioidCrisis #OpioidEpidemic #TeenSafety #DrugPrevention #CommunitySafety #ConnectionIsPrevention #TalkWithYourKids #ParentsMatter #PreventionEducation #PublicHealth #EndOverdose #StopTheSilence #HarmReduction #FentanylCrisis #OnePillCanKill #SubstanceUsePrevention #HealthEquity #SupportOurYouth #NonprofitCommunity

Did you know this week is #NationalSuicidePreventionWeek? We need to make mental health a priority - not just this week, but every day. What will you do today, this week, this month, this year, to make your mental health a priority? #ConnectionIsPrevention

There is always a spark of hope—what is your spark today? #selfcare #connectionisprevention

There are more people with 3 or more mental health disorders than people with 2 mental health disorders. The combination of multiple of these issues is challenging and dangerous. Let's watch out for each other and help each other get good treatment! #connectionisprevention

Being with people who support you can sometimes be that little bit of support you need to make it through. #connectionisprevention

Children grow up so quickly! Don’t let their childhood slip away without letting your actions show your child how much you care ❤️ #connectionisprevention

College can be stressful, and at times overwhelming. At RIT, you are not alone. Counseling and Psychological Services is available to support your mental health during your time at RIT. Learn more at rit.edu/counseling. #ConnectionIsPrevention #NationalSuicidePreventionWeek

Today was Fresh Check Day! Filled with food, entertainment, and giveaways, Fresh Check Day creates an approachable atmosphere where students are encouraged to talk about mental health and the resources available on campus, in the community, and nationally. #ConnectionIsPrevention

Have you seen the honor bead art installation on campus? In support of NSPW, colored beads are being added to a display all week. Each color represents a personal connection to the cause and helps our RIT community to visualize how suicide impacts us all. #ConnectionIsPrevention

Comment below!! #selflove #connectionisprevention

Mental disorders are much extremely common in teenagers. Let's stop the stigma and talk about mental health so that teenagers can recognize what is going on when they start experiencing symptoms of mental health problems! #connectionisprevention

Comment below with something you are excited about!! #connectionisprevention

Comment below who you would choose to have dinner with! #connectionisprevention

Mental illness is increasing in children all over the world. As parents, let's be aware of what is going on in our own children so that we can help them get help! #suicideprevention #connectionisprevention

Don't forget that mental health struggles are just as important and valid as physical health struggles. Let's stop the stigma! #selflove #connectionisprevention

Mantras can help kids know what to do when they are struggling. Here are a couple of ideas to get you started! #connectionisprevention

Connection is prevention! Talking about what you are going through is one of the best ways to prevent suicide. #connectionisprevention #selfcare

You can do this!! #selflove #connectionisprevention