Extension
It Starts With Us
| 2022 - Substance Use Prevention and Recovery General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2022.3) | 75 |
Number of program participants who intend to change behavior to use destigmatized language |
| 2022.4) | 0 |
Number of program participants undergoing the Botvin LifeSkills Training |
| 2022.2) | 0 |
Number of program participants that improved their understanding of substance use by attending “Addiction 101” |
| 2022.1) | 92 |
Number of community partners that have gained awareness of the problem and impacts of substance use in the community as a result of Extension efforts |
| 2022.7) | 140 |
Number of students indicating that they developed a better understanding of the consequences of substance use (legal, health, emotional, and financial) |
| 2022.5) | 0 |
Number of program participants in Recovering Your Finances |
| 2022.6) | 140 |
Number of students that completed the Truth and Consequences: The Choice is Yours Program |
Author: Deborah Messenger
Major Program: Substance Use Prevention and Recovery General
According to the Commonwealth of Kentucky Court of Justice, Drug Court was Kentucky's first Specialty Court program and has a long track record of significantly reducing drug use and criminal behavior. Instead of spending time in jail, Drug Court participants choose to complete a substance use disorder program supervised by a judge. Drug Court graduates are more likely to return to productive lives and stay gainfully employed, pay child support and meet other obligations. Individuals eligibl
