Harm Reduction
The kit that someone may use when another person is overdosing
what is a narcan or naloxone kit
This daily behaviour supports your mental health and helps your body handle stress. Most of you need 8-10 hours of it.
What is sleep.
This organ does most of the work to break down alcohol in the body.
Some people beleive addiction is cused by being "weak". Science shows it is actually influenced by this combination of factors.
A pain medication like oxycodone or morphine falls under this drug category.
What are opioids.
Using with a trusted friend, staggering use or starting low and going slow are ways to reduce the chance of this serious health event.
Talking to a friend, journaling, or listening to music are all examples of this healthy coping skill category.
What is emotion regulation.
Substances like nicotine and caffeine are in this category because they speed up the body's systems.
What are stimulants.
"If someone passes out from drinking, letting them sleep it off is safest". This is false because of this life-threatening condition.
What is alcohol poisoning.
Often found in parties or clubs, MDMA is more commonly known by these two street names.
What are ecstasy or molly.
This harm reduction principle reminds us that people use substances for many reasons- connection, coping, celebration- and that we should approach conversations without judgement.
What is meeting people where they are at- non-judgmental
This chemical messenger in the brain is released when we exercise, helping us feel happier and more motivated.
What is dopamine.
What is the hippocampus.
Many believe vaping is just "flavoured air" but aerosol from vapes contains chemicals that can irritate or damage this organ.
What are the lungs.
This powerful substance can be mixed into other drugs without someone knowing. It is 50-100 times stronger than morphine.
What is fentanyl.