Drug and Alcohol Prevention

Drug and Alcohol Prevention- understand and resolve anxiety, depression, loneliness; education starting when children are young; by example
AVOID- alcohol and drugs for treatment
Teach or Learn- healthy coping mechanisms- music, reading, exercise

Physical Signs- sore throat, chronic red eyes, fatigue, dry cough
Sleep & Eating Habits- major changes, often unable to eat or sleep
Mood- hostility, abusive behavior, moodiness
Problems- at work, school, loss of interest, withdrawal with friends and family; lying, stealing, poor relationships

See your Health Care Provider- ask for help
Prevention- support, build up self esteem, help person to be successful without alcohol and drugs, family support, health professional as needed; mental relaxation, talk a short walk, write in a journal, draw or paint, find your own stress reliever; pin point when you are more susceptible to take drugs or alcohol and change your habits; get help as needed
Treatment- attend a AA/Alcoholics Anonymous meeting to get and stay sober; never ignore a problem; Al-Anon for family members and friends; read the 12 step program; admit yourself to a drug treatment center; National Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center 1-800-662-HELP/4357 for literature, speak to a counselor, or local treatment
See Registered Dietitian- for help as needed
See FoodFitnessFirst.com Registered Dietitian - on line for help
Diet- Increase fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, whole grains, dried peas and beans, legumes, choose chicken and fish over steak, bacon, and cured ham
AVOID- fried foods, rich casseroles, whole milk, sauces, gravies, rich desserts as chocolate delight, banana split cake, ice cream, homemade cakes with icing, brownie with icing, lemon meringue pie, rich cookies and puddings