SCAD Coalition

06/04/2026

Read up on our latest efforts and see where you can join in our work.
https://mailchi.mp/d8a0979bf39f/scad-e-news-9199013?e=ae28d0b6bf

06/01/2026

It's important to stay current with our state laws. Thank you Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

Kratom will be banned from store shelves in Tennessee starting July 1 after lawmakers branded the substance “gas station heroin.”

06/01/2026

We love working with our youth. Reach out if you have a group of students you would like to schedule a discussion with.

05/27/2026

Don't be a party to teenage drinking!

05/26/2026

Researsh shows consolidating helplines under the easy-to- remember 988 has helped decrease the rate of teen suicides. You are not alone, whether you or someone you know is struggling with mental health and/or substance missue issues. Someone is there to talk 24/7.
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Thousands fewer young Americans than ​expected took their own lives during the first two-and-a-half years following the launch of a national "988" suicide-prevention hotline in ‌the U.S., according to a Harvard-based study published on Wednesday.

05/26/2026

The Tennessee Redline is here for you! Call or text anytime at 1-800-889-9789

05/26/2026

An important reminder. Thanks Frontier Health

Mental health issues can affect anyone and have nothing to do with being lazy or weak. Many factors contribute to mental health issues, and people often need help to get better. That’s why it is so important to normalize conversations surrounding mental health.

You can help your friend or family member by recognizing the signs of mental health problems and treating them with dignity and compassion.

If you are struggling and need immediate support, just call or text 988. Trained counselors are available 24/7.

05/26/2026

We all need support at times. There is hope and there is help.

Therapy isn’t only for crisis.

You don’t have to wait until things feel unbearable to get support. Therapy can help with everyday stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, major life changes, parenting pressures, burnout, sleep issues, and learning healthy coping skills.

Early support can make hard seasons feel more manageable, and it can help prevent things from getting worse over time. If you’ve been telling yourself “it’s not that bad,” but you’re still struggling, that can be reason enough to reach out.

Not sure where to start? Consider:
• Talking with your primary care provider
• Checking if your workplace offers an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Looking for a licensed therapist locally or through telehealth
• Asking a trusted friend or family member for help making the first appointment

If you need immediate support or are worried about your safety, call or text 988. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

05/20/2026

It was a good morning at Elevate Barber College with Cori Johnson/Tennessee Su***de Prevention Network as students participated in the Question, Persuade, Refer (QOR)Su***de Prevention Training with discussions on:
- recognizing potential warning signs
- ways to begin the conversation without stigma
- referral services available in our area
- how to promote medication safety to reduce access to lethal means