Including 🎧new podcast episode🎧, resources for LGBTQ+ families, and announcing a Facebook Live event.
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Everyone's journey with substance use is unique, but one thing that remains the same is the importance of family support and community.
Protecting your LGBTQ+ child
Being a young person who identifies as LGBTQ+ can be tough. They often face unfair treatment or discrimination. That experience can put them at a higher risk for using alcohol, nicotine and other substances,which can lead to addiction. But as a parent, you can make a difference. By accepting and supporting your child's identity, encouraging healthy behaviors, and paying attention to signs of substance use, you can protect and help your child thrive.
The Partnership has created special resources for families like yours who have a loved one in the LGBTQ+ community. We understand the challenges you face, and we're here to support you every step of the way.
New episode: On the power of storytelling and finding community
We often hear about the negative impacts social media can have on mental health, but Ryann Cooke and Jordan Shelton’s lives changed for the better because of the community they found on TikTok. Ryann and Jordan both decided to stop drinking in their 20s after coming to terms with the fact that alcohol was negatively affecting them. They each posted about their experiences on TikTok and received not only generous support from viewers, but also many messages from people who had similar stories.
Ryann and Jordan join Elizabeth Vargas on “Heart of the Matter” to talk about why they decided to stop drinking, the tie between storytelling and connection and how their vulnerability has allowed them to find supportive communities on social media.
🎥 Join us for a Facebook Live session with a Partnership parent coach who will share her experience supporting her own children and offer valuable insights for parents in similar situations. It's a great opportunity to gain knowledge and connect with others who understand what you're going through.
Date: Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Time: 2:15 PM ET/11:15 AM PT
How: Visit our Facebook page at the time of the event
Your child's well-being is important, and we're here to help you protect and support them. Together, we can make a difference in their lives and create a more inclusive and accepting society.
