Prevention Resource Center - Region 2

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Abilene, TX
Prevention Resource Center - Region 2

The PRC2 is active in the support, coordination, and marketing of regional mental health and ATOD prevention efforts.

The PRC will also exchange information with organizations, entities, and groups which provide services related to substance abuse prevention including Education Service Centers, school, school districts, colleges, and universities, community groups, task force, Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP), National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD),

drug free housing programs, U.S. Department of justice W**d & Seed projects, and prevention programs funded by the Governor’s Office Criminal Justice Division. The services we provide include:

Training - The PRC will coordinate with training specialists within our region and give support to all mental health and ATOD prevention training events. Library - Community members have full access to a library consisting of books, videos, curricula, and current professional journals. We have a viewing area for those who might need to preview a video before checking it out. Clearinghouse - A clearinghouse fully stocked with a broad selection of materials including pamphlets, posters, bookmarks, and book covers all current on today’s drug trends and the latest prevention strategies. Research - PRC2 will collect mental health and ATOD prevention research information, perform ongoing needs assessments, and disseminate that information to the region. We will also serve as a source for the latest in research materials such as periodicals, reports, and the internet. Referrals - PRC2 will facilitate, coordinate, and in other ways act as a catalyst for the sharing and development of prevention training, planning, and activities between and among providers and others. To***co Strategies - PRC provides minor and to***co strategies including community education, to***co retailer education efforts, and to***co media awareness.

07/24/2025

Today is International Self-Care Day. This day aims to raise awareness about the importance of self-care practices for maintaining physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It encourages individuals to prioritize their own health and engage in activities that promote their overall wellness.

07/23/2025

Alcopops are a larger version of an alcoholic beverage. They are bigger and hold more alcohol per can. Alcopops can be dangerous because they can lead to alcohol dependence and misuse, and can cause serious health issues. They have the potential to lead to other substances. Next time, stop and think before you drink.

07/17/2025

Consuming Delta-8 THC leads to adverse events including hallucinations, vomiting, tremor, dizziness, anxiety, confusion, and loss of consciousness. Hemp-derived THC products often look like candy and come in child-friendly packaging at convenience stores and gas stations, leading to children accidentally consuming them.-justthinktwice.gov Help us educate our youth on the dangers of using ma*****na. Share this with a friend and help spread the word.

07/15/2025

Largely driven by the decline in high school e-cigarette use (from 10.0% to 7.8%). During 2024, e-cigarettes remained the most commonly used to***co product among U.S. youths; ni****ne pouches were the second most commonly used to***co product. Use of to***co products in any form is unsafe, and nearly all to***co product use begins during adolescence. Help us educate our youth of the dangers of ni****ne. # Abirecovery

07/11/2025

As of July 7th 2025 the DEA has seized over 43,500,000 fentanyl pills. The 2025 fentanyl seizures represent over 184 million deadly doses. Two milligrams of fentanyl can be lethal depending on a person’s body size, tolerance, and past usage. It is important to educate our community on the dangers of Fentanyl. Please share this with a friend and encourage them to .

07/09/2025

According to methadone, Texas faces significant challenges related to substance misuse, with varying trends across different drugs and demographics. Texas shows lower overall alcohol consumption but higher binge drinking rates compared to national averages, indicating a tendency towards more risky drinking behaviors.

07/07/2025

Global Forgiveness Day is observed annually on July 7th. It is a day dedicated to promoting forgiveness, both of others and oneself, as a means to enhance personal well-being and create a more peaceful world. The day encourages individuals to let go of anger and resentment, recognizing the healing power of forgiveness.

07/01/2025

July is Social Wellness Month. Here are 6 ways you can help improve your social wellness: Make Connections, Take care of yourself while caring for others, Get active together, Shape your family's health habits, Bond with family, and build healthy relationships. - National Institutes of Health

06/30/2025

The Texas College Survey of Substance Use (TCS) 2023 report indicates that there was a decline in stimulant use among Texas college students. Help us educate our college community on the dangers of stimulants and encourage them to keep up the trend.

06/26/2025

The International Day against Drug Misuse and Illicit Trafficking, or World Drug Day, is marked on the 26th of June every year to strengthen action and cooperation in achieving a world free of drug misuse . This year’s World Drug Day calls for investment in prevention, including justice, education, health care and alternative livelihoods — the building blocks of sustainable resilience.-UnitedNations

06/25/2025

It is important to talk with your doctor about how to use your prescriptions properly. Here is a list of ways to help keep you safe when taking opioids. Share this with a friend and let's work together to learn safe medication habits.

06/23/2025

What is their effect on the body? Adverse or toxic effects include rapid heartbeat, hypertension, hyperthermia, prolonged dilation of the pupil of the eye, breakdown of muscle fibers that leads to the release of muscle fiber contents into the bloodstream, teeth grinding, sweating, headaches, palpitations, and seizures. It is essential to say no, understand substances, and recognize their effects on your body.

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Abilene, TX

Telephone

+13256733503

Website

http://www.prc2.org/, https://twitter.com/prcregion2, http://www.facebook.com/PRCregion2

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