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Trial & Error: A Former Young Adult’s Journey (Eventually) To Recovery
“I bet with hearing my story you think this is where sobriety started, but…”
Navigating Social Scenes Sober For Young Adults
Practical tips and strategies for socializing, dating, and maintaining friendships while staying sober, catering to a younger audience seeking meaningful connections and authentic experiences.
Unveiling the Sober Curious Revolution: What It Means to Be Young and Curious
This revolution challenges societal norms and invites individuals to question their relationship with substances.
What Teens Wish Their Parents Knew About Opioid Use
Teens often have valuable insights and perspectives on opioid use among young adults that they wish parents and adults understood.
Local Insight on the Lowcountry’s Youth & Substance Use
A young adults’ program director from WakeUp Carolina provides local insight and perspective from facilitating a young adults’ recovery support group.
Societal Issues Impacting Youth Mental Health & Substance Use
Here are some of the key societal issues that can harm younger individuals’ mental health and potentially lead to substance use.
“Light the Way for Hope”: A Remembrance Event on Overdose Awareness Day
The event, “Light the Way for Hope,” will be held at the Mount Pleasant Town Hall, located at 100 Ann Edwards Lane, and will serve as a beacon of remembrance, support, and unity.
“Recovery Bowl: Tackling Substance Use” High School Football Tournament to Support WakeUp Carolina’s Mission
The “Recovery Bowl” brings together ten highly competitive high school football teams who have committed to making a difference in the fight against substance use.
Grappling With Grief: Can I Really Heal?
It’s important to remember that the healing process is unique to each individual, and there is no timeline or set outcome.
Grappling With Grief: Signs You’re “Prepared” for Counseling
Knowing when you’re ready to begin seeing a grief counselor after losing a loved one to substance use is a personal decision that varies from individual to individual.
Grappling With Grief: Benefits of Support Groups
Attending a grief and loss support group after losing a loved one to substance use can provide...
Grappling With Grief: Suggesting Grief Counseling to a Loved One
Encouraging someone to attend a grief and loss support group after losing someone to substance abuse requires empathy, understanding, and gentle support.
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Health experts, recovery organizations fear ‘frightening’ rise in S.C. opioid overdoses
July 30, 2020
Wakeup Carolina officials have reported that requests for their services have tripled since March.
'WakeUp Carolina' receives increase in calls for treatment during pandemic
According to Mary Catherine Manning, a recovery coach at Creighton’s House, all-recovery meetings are now virtual.
Berkeley County holds first community Narcan distribution and training session
“A lot of people don’t know what Narcan is or what it’s used for,” said Nate Lyles.
