This Week is National Drug Facts Week

This week is the second annual National Drug Facts Week (NDFW). Starting today, through November 6, NDFW is shattering the myths of drug abuse and helping young adults obtain accurate information about drug or substance addiction.

Not everyone understands why and how some people become addicted to drugs, and often, substance abuse is misunderstood as weakness, or lack of morality. However, as a special services provider, we know that because drugs can change the brain in ways that foster compulsive drug abuse, quitting is very difficult. We also know that people who suffer drug or substance abuse are the most vulnerable to a range of other problems.

As we embark on the first SUS American Veterans Month in November, it is a good time to highlight the struggles of substance abuse. PTSD, depression, and other physical and mental illnesses that affect our returning vets often lead to drug addiction and substance abuse.

At SUS, we don’t only work with veterans. We serve a wide range of individuals struggling with different issues. Read the stories of Koretta, Joyce and Sylvia who used to struggle with substance abuse, and who reestablished their own lives through the services and supports SUS provided.

Please continue to support our work, so that we can share more success stories with you in the future.