Marion County SAPC

Marion County SAPC Mission Statement:
Supporting the prevention of underage drinking and substance abuse in Marion Co.

How to make friends as an adult😎Know yourself:When you are in touch with yourself, you have a greater capacity to meet p...
05/28/2026

How to make friends as an adult

😎Know yourself:
When you are in touch with yourself, you have a greater capacity to meet people. You also have more to offer others. With age comes more flexibility and adaptability, which helps with relationships. New phases in your life, such as starting a job, going to college, parenthood, etc. can change what you’re looking for in a friend.

Self-love is the start of going out to make new friends. When you are filled up, you have much more to offer others. Reach out to others with your “feel good” energy. You might explore groups that interest you, such as outdoor activities, volunteering, classes, and support groups. Ask yourself what kind of time commitment you want to put into friendships. Decide whether you want deep relationships where you can bear your soul or if you want to keep it casual by enjoying activities together.

😁Be a friend to make a friend:
From past friendships—and friendship break-ups—we learn that good friendships are built on good communication which fosters trust and honesty. Part of good communication is listening. Our friends need to feel safe and comfortable with us and vice versa. Feeling safe enough to be vulnerable will create a genuine emotional connection. Good communication also means showing up for and not “ghosting” our friends. Get on your friends’ calendars! This can look like meeting regularly in person, scheduling phone or video calls, checking in via text, etc.

🧐Identify your needs:
Ask yourself, “What kinds of friendships work best for this time in my life?” How many friends would make me fulfilled and happy? Who are my people? Who is “safe?” “Do I need a ‘ride or die’ kind of friend?” Are work friends included as well as family friends? “Do I embrace the diversity within my circle of friends?” Each friend brings unique gifts and perspectives and that should be celebrated.

To read more go to: https://screening.mhanational.org/content/how-to-make-friends-as-an-adult/

Congratulations to the 5th graders at Marion Elementary for completing their course titled Too Good For Drugs! 🙌 We're s...
05/25/2026

Congratulations to the 5th graders at Marion Elementary for completing their course titled Too Good For Drugs! 🙌

We're so proud of you!

This 10 week course teaches:
🏆goal-setting,
📣effective communication,
🧐responsible decision-making,
👭positive peer relationships,
đŸ§©and the ability to resist negative peer pressure —
all while reinforcing the importance of staying drug-free!

Finding the right way to care for your mental health shouldn’t be hard—but it can be. Mental health care can look differ...
05/24/2026

Finding the right way to care for your mental health shouldn’t be hard—but it can be. Mental health care can look different for everyone, and you don’t need to choose just one option.

Research shows that a combination of methods can be extremely helpful, especially when combined with culturally responsive care. Options include therapists, psychiatrists, primary care providers, healers, faith leaders, community members, loved ones, doulas, self-help practices, and more.

Use the prompts from the link provided below to help you find the right combination of mental health care for you.
https://screening.mhanational.org/content/choosing-the-right-mental-health-care-for-you/

There is no instruction manual for how to do hard things. You may start and then need to start again. You may need to ch...
05/22/2026

There is no instruction manual for how to do hard things. You may start and then need to start again. You may need to change your strategy. There will probably be a lot of trial and error. Even so, don’t give up. Finding your inner warrior takes hard work. It takes perseverance and a growth mindset.

Some days will be a struggle, but that’s okay. It’s human nature to want to find a shortcut to get through difficult circumstances. But if we can learn to deal with our self-doubt, we may be able to step out of our comfort zone and do what is difficult.

There are ways to put your best intentions into action.... to read more and get helpful tips, go here:
https://screening.mhanational.org/content/i-can-do-hard-things/

Hobbies aren’t just about having fun; they can also support your well-being. Research suggests that hobbies help support...
05/20/2026

Hobbies aren’t just about having fun; they can also support your well-being. Research suggests that hobbies help support good mental health and can even reduce symptoms of stress, depression, and/or anxiety for some people.

Hobbies are good for mental health because they can:

🎹Activate the parts of the brain that help us process emotions
🏆Create small wins and a sense of progress
👀Help you bring your attention to the present
🍀Create meaning and identity
đŸ§©Help build connections
🌳Support other healthy routines like movement and time outside

For more tips about ART, reading, WRITING, music, &GARDENING go here:
https://mhanational.org/resources/why-hobbies-are-good-for-your-mental-health/

When we have a lot on our plates or we are facing mental health challenges, it can feel easy to push our own needs to th...
05/18/2026

When we have a lot on our plates or we are facing mental health challenges, it can feel easy to push our own needs to the side.

However, making time for ourselves is essential to our overall well-being. Use this worksheet to help you better understand what is holding you back from taking time for yourself and your needs.

To read more and listen to a podcast on negative thinking go to:
https://screening.mhanational.org/content/prioritizing-self-care/

Work, paying bills, cleaning, cooking, shopping, exercising, getting enough sleep, and taking care of children are just ...
05/16/2026

Work, paying bills, cleaning, cooking, shopping, exercising, getting enough sleep, and taking care of children are just some of the things millions of Americans do each day and it is easy to be overwhelmed.

It can feel impossible to get everything done, let alone take care of yourself – especially if you’re already struggling with a mental health concern like depression or anxiety.

By creating routines, we organize our days in such a way that taking care of tasks and ourselves becomes a pattern that makes it easier to get things done without having to think hard about them every time.

To get your free printable worksheet and read more- go to:

https://screening.mhanational.org/content/8-steps-create-healthy-routine/

Brain maturation continues well into the mid-twenties, ages 25-27, when the brain completes critical developmental proce...
05/15/2026

Brain maturation continues well into the mid-twenties, ages 25-27, when the brain completes critical developmental processes. Exposure to addictive substances during this formative period interferes with this process, and addiction is up to seven times more likely if drugs are initiated while the brain is still developing.

Youth and community engagement is critical. Engaging youth fosters positive youth development by building a sense of bel...
05/14/2026

Youth and community engagement is critical. Engaging youth fosters positive youth development by building a sense of belonging, life skills, and strong social connections. Connections with peers, families, and communities are a major factor in driving positive behaviors in our young people.

Very few people go through life without any chronic health challenges. Cancer, heart disease, chronic pain, diabetes, me...
05/14/2026

Very few people go through life without any chronic health challenges. Cancer, heart disease, chronic pain, diabetes, mental illnesses, and more touch every family at some point.

And often mental illnesses and other chronic conditions co-occur. People with cancer often have depression; people with schizophrenia often have diabetes; and people with chronic pain often have both physical and behavioral health challenges.

To read more go here :
https://mhanational.org/conditions/co-occurring-mental-health-and-chronic-illness/

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