A hugely successful actress who saw her personal life and career tested by addiction, Claudia shares her journey of overcoming alcoholism and offers fresh perspectives on alcohol use disorder treatments. Claudia Christian landed her first TV series at 18 on NBC’s nighttime drama Berringers and her first studio feature at 20 in New Line Cinema’s cult hit “The Hidden.” Over 50 films, hundreds of TV shows and 5 music albums later, Claudia has worked with George Clooney, Kirk Douglas, Faye Dunaway, Nicolas Cage and countless other luminaries. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

In this video created by Mayo Clinic, teens describe common signs that a teen is considering suicide and provide encouragement for communicating directly and immediately for support and safety. It also Includes suggestions for what to say to a teen who may be at risk for suicide and ways to keep them safe. Things can get better. For more information- Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Call 988 Visit: https://988lifeline.org/

This video introduces information about the concept of the disease of addiction, the changes to the brain of a person who abuses substances, and the physical and psychological reactions when substance abuse stops. It explains cravings, why they occur, and ways they can be handled.

This video introduces information about the concept of the disease of addiction, the changes to the brain of a person who abuses substances, and the physical and psychological reactions when substance abuse stops. It explains cravings, why they occur, and ways they can be handled.

This video introduces information about the concept of the disease of addiction, the changes to the brain of a person who abuses substances, and the physical and psychological reactions when substance abuse stops. It explains cravings, why they occur, and ways they can be handled.

Watch how one man loses control to meth but then asked for and accepted help to become free from meth. If you or someone you know is struggling with meth use, reach out for help and call SAMHSA’s National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for 24-hour, free, and confidential treatment referral. Or visit www.SAMHSA.gov/meth for more information

All drug use comes with risks. Before those risks become real and before drugs turn your life—and your family—upside down, know there is help. You can quit. If you, or someone you know, needs help with drug use or prescription drug misuse, call SAMHSA’s National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). Learn more at www.samhsa.gov/know-the-risks

Part eight of our underage drinking prevention program addresses the effects of cannabis on the developing brain. It is important for kids to have the knowledge and tools they need to say “NO” to an array of risky behaviors. As endocannabinoids communicate with receptors throughout the body, they create balance and help regulate many body and brain functions, such as helping with memory, coping with stress, pain, and anxiety, and keeping hunger, body temperature, motor coordination, and alertness in balance. When cannabis is introduced, it unbalances the endocannabinoid system - which is supposed to keep the brain in balance and prevents the natural chemicals from doing their job. Here’s the lesson plan overview to find out how to teach the endocannabinoid system in your classroom: https://asklistenlearn.org/lesson-plans/marijuana-and-your-developing-brain-lesson-plan/ Find the lesson plan and resources here: https://asklistenlearn.org/materials/

In this video we cover what marijuana is and the effects it has on teenagers. We dive into the long-term cognitive effects for teens, whether they are different for teens vs adults as well as limitations and barriers to research. This video was made by McMaster Demystifying Medicine students Gurratan Gill, Jiawei Sun, Jiawen (Fred) Deng and Simran Saini. Copyright McMaster University 2020 References: Blest-Hopley, G., Colizzi, M., Giampietro, V., & Bhattacharyya, S. (2020). Is the adolescent brain at greater vulnerability to the effects of cannabis? A narrative review of the evidence. Frontiers in Psychiatry, 11, 859. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2018, March 07). How is marijuana used? Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/marijuana/faqs/how-is-marijuana-used.html Chye, Y., Christensen, E., & Yücel, M. (2020). Cannabis use in adolescence: a review of neuroimaging findings. Journal of Dual Diagnosis, 16(1), 83-105. Coffey, C., & Patton, G. C. (2016). Cannabis Use in Adolescence and Young Adulthood. The Canadian Journal of Psychiatry, 61(6), 318-327. doi:10.1177/0706743716645289 Cyrus, E., Coudray, M., Kiplagat, S., Mariano, Y., Noel, I., Galea, J., . . . Wagner, E. (2020). A review investigating the relationship between cannabis use and adolescent cognitive functioning. Current Opinion in Psychology, 38, 38-48. doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.copsyc.2020.07.006 De Luca, Cinzia R.; Leventer, Richard J. (2008). "Developmental trajectories of executive functions across the lifespan". In Anderson, Peter; Anderson, Vicki; Jacobs, Rani (eds.). Executive functions and the frontal lobes: a lifespan perspective. Washington, DC: Taylor & Francis. pp. 24–47. ISBN 978-1-84169-490-0. OCLC 182857040. Gorey, C., Kuhns, L., Smaragdi, E., Kroon, E., & Cousijn, J. (2019). Age-related differences in the impact of cannabis use on the brain and cognition: A systematic review. European Archives of Psychiatry and Clinical Neuroscience, 269(1), 37-58. doi:10.1007/s00406-019-00981-7 Hindley, G., Beck, K., Borgan, F., Ginestet, C. E., Mccutcheon, R., Kleinloog, D., . . . Howes, O. D. (2020). Psychiatric symptoms caused by cannabis constituents: A systematic review and meta-analysis. The Lancet Psychiatry, 7(4), 344-353. doi:10.1016/s2215- 0366(20)30074-2 Lorenzetti, V., Hoch, E., & Hall, W. (2020). Adolescent cannabis use, cognition, brain health and educational outcomes: A review of the evidence. European Neuropsychopharmacology,36, 169-180. doi:10.1016/j.euroneuro.2020.03.012 Pacheco-Colón, I., Ramirez, A. R., & Gonzalez, R. (2019). Effects of Adolescent Cannabis Use on Motivation and Depression: A Systematic Review. Current Addiction Reports, 6(4), 532-546. doi:10.1007/s40429-019-00274-y Sagar, K. A., & Gruber, S. A. (2018). Marijuana matters: Reviewing the impact of marijuana on cognition, brain structure and function, & exploring policy implications and barriers to research. International Review of Psychiatry, 30(3), 251-267. doi:10.1080/09540261.2018.1460334 Schilling, S., Melzer, R., & Mccabe, P. F. (2020). Cannabis sativa. Current Biology, 30(1). doi:10.1016/j.cub.2019.10.039 Small, E. (2015). Evolution and Classification of Cannabis sativa (Marijuana, Hemp) in Relation to Human Utilization. The Botanical Review, 81(3), 189-294. doi:10.1007/s12229-015- 9157-3