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| 2023 - Substance Use and Mental Health - FCS | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2023.1) | 53 |
Number of individuals who reported an increased knowledge of substance use prevention, addiction, and/or recovery (or related subject matter) |
| 2023.2) | 53 |
Number of individuals who reported an increased ability to use destigmatized language |
| 2023.3) | 53 |
Number of individuals who adopted/implemented strategies focused on substance use prevention and/or recovery |
| 2023.4) | 400 |
Number of youth who experienced improved social skills and/or self-efficacy |
| 2023.5) | 400 |
Number of individuals who reported intended behavior change as a result of participation in substance use prevention and/or recovery programming |
| 2023.6) | 312 |
Number of individuals who gained increased knowledge of how to respond to mental health concerns |
Author: Nan Montgomery
Major Program: Substance Use and Mental Health - FCS
Suicide is a public health problem and a leading cause of death in the US. According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, suicide is the second leading cause of death in people ages 10-34 in Kentucky. However, suicide can be prevented with proper education and community resources. To raise awareness about suicide and mental health, a State Specialist at the University of Kentucky created a lesson on “Understanding Suicide.” This lesson was taught to Ohio County Hom
