CCS/L Prevention Services

CCS/L Prevention Services Catholic Charities Steuben/Livingston Prevention Services Programs focuses on education in Steuben.

Can substitution really help break addiction?While FÜM markets itself as a tool for cessation, there are valid concerns ...
01/21/2025

Can substitution really help break addiction?

While FÜM markets itself as a tool for cessation, there are valid concerns about its effectiveness:
🔄 Hand-to-Mouth Fixation: By mimicking the motions of smoking or va**ng, it risks reinforcing the habit loop rather than breaking it.
🌱 Dependency on Aromatherapy: Relying on flavors or sensations for cravings can distract from building lasting coping skills.

True recovery requires more than substitution—pairing tools with behavioral interventions is key. Let’s focus on sustainable solutions!

🚨 Is inhaling substances—even essential oils—safe?While FÜM markets itself as a safe, non-addictive alternative, it’s im...
01/16/2025

🚨 Is inhaling substances—even essential oils—safe?

While FÜM markets itself as a safe, non-addictive alternative, it’s important to consider potential risks:
🔹 The lungs aren't designed for essential oils, and long-term effects are unknown.
🔹 Inhalation devices can normalize the act of inhaling substances, potentially making it easier to relapse into harmful habits like va**ng or smoking.

💡 Knowledge is power—let’s keep the conversation going about safe alternatives and healthy habits.

❓ Have you heard about FÜM? It's marketed as a 'good habit' alternative to va**ng or smoking, but what exactly is it?FÜM...
01/13/2025

❓ Have you heard about FÜM? It's marketed as a 'good habit' alternative to va**ng or smoking, but what exactly is it?

FÜM is a non-electronic, nicotine-free inhaler that mimics the hand-to-mouth motion of va**ng or smoking, using flavored air infused with essential oils.

💭 Parents and prevention professionals, this is what you need to know! Stay informed about the trends impacting youth and adults alike.

📌 Quick Tips for SMART Goal Success!Setting goals is one thing—achieving them is another. That’s where SMART goals make ...
01/10/2025

📌 Quick Tips for SMART Goal Success!

Setting goals is one thing—achieving them is another. That’s where SMART goals make all the difference! 💡

👉 Start small
👉 Build momentum
👉 Celebrate every win (no matter how small!) 🎉

Progress is progress—keep going, and watch those small steps add up to

What’s a Resolution? ❓It’s often a broad statement with great intentions—but too vague to stick! 🛑Want to actually achie...
01/07/2025

What’s a Resolution? ❓

It’s often a broad statement with great intentions—but too vague to stick! 🛑

Want to actually achieve your goals this year? Take them to the next level with the SMART framework! Let’s turn those resolutions into results. 💡💪

New year, new goals? 🎯 Many of us start with resolutions like 'This year, I’ll be healthier!'—but without a plan, it’s e...
01/02/2025

New year, new goals? 🎯
Many of us start with resolutions like 'This year, I’ll be healthier!'—but without a plan, it’s easy to lose steam.
Ready to make it happen? Turn your intentions into action with SMART goals! Let’s get specific, measurable, and unstoppable. 💪✨

🎉 Holiday Office Closure Announcement 🎉We will be closed on Tuesday, December 31st, and Wednesday, January 1st, in obser...
12/30/2024

🎉 Holiday Office Closure Announcement 🎉

We will be closed on Tuesday, December 31st, and Wednesday, January 1st, in observance of New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

We wish you a safe, happy, and healthy start to the New Year! 🌟 See you in 2025! 🎊

🎶 The best way to spread holiday cheer is singing loud for all to hear! 🎶While the holiday season can bring joy to many,...
12/29/2024

🎶 The best way to spread holiday cheer is singing loud for all to hear! 🎶
While the holiday season can bring joy to many, it can also be a tough time for those struggling with mental health. 🎄 Let's spread kindness and support this season. Here are some tips to help you navigate the holidays and prioritize your well-being.

☕️ Recovery can bring warmth and a smile to a cold day. ☕️ You are not alone on your recovery journey! If you are strugg...
12/28/2024

☕️ Recovery can bring warmth and a smile to a cold day. ☕️
You are not alone on your recovery journey! If you are struggling with the use of substances use, including alcohol, and need some extra support this season, SAMHSA has resources to help:
samhsa.gov/find-help

Feeling stressed this holiday season? 🎄 It’s okay to take a break and focus on you! Prioritize your self-care, mental he...
12/26/2024

Feeling stressed this holiday season? 🎄
It’s okay to take a break and focus on you! Prioritize your self-care, mental health, and overall wellness. 🌟 Discover simple ways to care for yourself one small step at a time:
samhsa.gov/find-support/how-to-cope

12/23/2024

🎄🚫 Stay Safe This Holiday Season

The holidays should be filled with joy—not tragedy. Drunk-driving deaths spike during Christmas and New Year, with December drunk driving fatalities reaching a 15-year high.

🚔 Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
From December 11 to January 1, expect to see increased law enforcement on the roads as part of the nationwide campaign to prevent drunk driving.

💡 Make the Right Choice:
✔️ Plan ahead for a sober ride home.
✔️ Celebrate responsibly with your loved ones.
✔️ If you see an impaired driver, call 911.

Together, we can save lives and ensure everyone gets home safely. 💕

Whether you’re stuffing a stocking for Christmas, wrapping a present for Hanukkah, or celebrating another winter holiday...
12/23/2024

Whether you’re stuffing a stocking for Christmas, wrapping a present for Hanukkah, or celebrating another winter holiday, one thing remains the same across all traditions: Lottery tickets aren’t for kids.

This holiday season, . Keep lottery tickets out of family presents.

🎄 Happy Holidays from Prevention Services! 🎄May your season be filled with peace, joy, hope, and community. Let's come t...
12/22/2024

🎄 Happy Holidays from Prevention Services! 🎄
May your season be filled with peace, joy, hope, and community. Let's come together to support one another and spread kindness. Remember, we're here to support your mental health and well-being.

As a reminder, our office will be close Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (12/24-26)!!

Did you know? Adolescents have more than twice the risk of developing a serious problem with gambling as the general adu...
12/21/2024

Did you know? Adolescents have more than twice the risk of developing a serious problem with gambling as the general adult population.

This holiday season, . Lottery tickets aren’t for kids.

Research shows that the earlier a person’s participation or even exposure to gambling is in childhood, the more likely t...
12/19/2024

Research shows that the earlier a person’s participation or even exposure to gambling is in childhood, the more likely they are to develop a gambling problem later in life.

This holiday season, . Lottery tickets aren’t for kids.

The Gift Responsibly Campaign raises public awareness about the risks of youth gambling. Through partnerships with lotte...
12/17/2024

The Gift Responsibly Campaign raises public awareness about the risks of youth gambling. Through partnerships with lotteries and other organizations, the campaign educates communities about the risks of buying lottery tickets for children.

This holiday season, remember to encourage your community to . Lottery tickets aren’t for kids.

❄️ It’s that time of year when the days grow shorter, and the weight of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) can feel heavi...
12/16/2024

❄️ It’s that time of year when the days grow shorter, and the weight of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) can feel heavier. ❄️
Learn the signs and symptoms of SAD and how to get help if you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms:
samhsa.gov/mental-health/seasonal-affective-disorder

There is no excuse for impaired driving, always plan for a safe ride!
12/14/2024

There is no excuse for impaired driving, always plan for a safe ride!

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