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Much of our work involves measuring the difference others make. Getting involved and making our own difference is also an important part of who we are as individuals and as an organization.
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CCR was recently awarded funding from the Department of Healthcare Services to participate in the Addiction Treatment Starts Here: Community Partnerships learning collaborative. This is a new program that supports multi-sector collaborations between community stakeholders to address opioid use disorder (OUD).
CCR is very excited to participate in this learning collaborative and continue to enhance the work of the San Diego County Prescription Drug Abuse Task Force (PDATF).
To learn more about the PDATF, please visit our site at https://www.sandiegorxabusetaskforce.org/
If you or someone you know is in need of referrals or more information about substance use disorders treatment services, please call the Access and Crisis Line at 888-724-7240.
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This 2019 CPI regional training provides a learning forum on cannabis trends, risks, and prevention strategies. It will address county challenges related to youth program adaptation, implementation, and assessment in a post-legalization era. This interactive, one-day training will introduce prevention professionals to local, community-based prevention strategies; engage participants in peer-learning; and offer opportunities to share successes and challenges.
MPI and the San Diego County Prevention System will participate during the regional trends portion and the panel discussion.
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Marijuana, or cannabis, is the most commonly used illicit drug in the United States. It acts by binding to cannabinoid receptors in the brain to produce a variety of effects, including euphoria, intoxication, and memory and motor impairments. These same cannabinoid receptors are also critical for brain development. They are part of the endocannabinoid system, which impacts the formation of brain circuits important for decision making, mood and responding to stress1.
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The CCR team had a great time presenting at the 2019 Statewide Substance Use Disorder Conference in Long Beach. During our breakout session we highlighted the San Diego County prevention system and evaluation services provided by CCR. The statewide conference is a great opportunity to collaborate with other providers engaged in the substance use prevention system. We are looking forward to participating in future events.
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