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Mental Health

Your mental health plays an important part in your well-being. If you’re facing the challenges surrounding mental health, know that you’re not alone. There are many resources available. If you or someone you know is struggling with a mental health issue, you can find the help you need here.

Prevention

Whether you are visiting this site for the first time or the tenth, it’s never too late to get information about prevention. Learn about the risks of prescription opioids and how to properly dispose of medications in your home. For parents and other concerned family members, it’s important to be prepared with information about drug and alcohol prevention, specifically for kids and teens. Learn what you can do to keep drug misuse from affecting your family.

Understanding Addiction

What you need to know:

Addiction is not a moral issue or a personal weakness; it’s a disease. There’s no shame in having a disease. Addiction is complex, affecting the brain and behavior—but; it’s treatable. The sooner you recognize the signs, the sooner you can start the conversation. It’s never too late to ask for help.

Treatment & Recovery

Recovery begins with treatment.

Addiction treatment is different for everyone. The most effective treatment addresses the specific needs and situations of each individual. Many treatment options are available to help people stop using, avoid relapse, and thrive in long-term recovery. If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction, there are places you can go to get treatment started now.

Recovery

The road to recovery starts with one step.

Recovering from addiction isn’t easy. But the more positive influences you have in your life, the less difficult it will be for you. Having a solid support system can help you through the tough times. You’re not alone. There are people you can turn to for encouragement and guidance. We’re here to help.

There’s hope and help for families struggling with a loved one’s substance use. Get hope now. Call 1-855-DRUGFREE, text HOPEDE to 55753, or visit drugfree.org/delaware.