Posts by TannerButler
Never Use Alone Hotline
Human connection and love are at the forefront of what the Never Use Alone hotline has to offer. If you are going to use by yourself, call them! You will be asked for your first name, location, and the number you are calling from. An operator will stay on the line with you while you…
Read MoreCommon Signs of an Opioid Addiction
If you suspect someone you love is using substances, there are some common signs and symptoms to look for. Physical Changes Frequent opioid use (or overuse of prescribed opioids) Frequent drowsiness Weight loss Flu-like symptoms Changing sleep patterns Decreased libido Personal Changes Poor personal hygiene Isolation from loved ones Stealing from loved ones Financial difficulties…
Read MoreLanguage to Destigmatize Substance Use Disorder
One major step to destigmatizing substance use disorder is to change how we talk about it. The more we say something, the more it becomes normalized within our conversations—no matter how damaging it may be. When real people with real emotions are at the other end of these words, this becomes a problem. For example,…
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