Prescription medication overdoses kill more Utahns than automobile accidents and are one of the leading causes of death for Utah’s 25- to 54-year-olds.
As part of Eleven's commitment to the community, this series focuses on learning more about preventing and overcoming abuse of both legal and illegal substances. The specials combine expert discussions and compelling documentaries to educate viewers about community resources that can help addicts take control of their lives and that can help families deal with the effects of addiction.
Funding for the Living Essentials from BYU Special Report comes from a generous grant from the Edward G. Callister Foundation, dedicated to increasing knowledge about the biological, personal, and social factors that underlie substance misuse and from the contributing members of KBYU. Editorial and content support is by BYU’s College of Health and Human Performance.
In response to numerous requests, Eleven is investigating the possibility of releasing on DVD the three episodes of Substance Abuse in Utah: A Living Essentials from BYU Special Report. We will update this site as information becomes available. Pricing and ordering information are still being determined. Call 1-800-298-5298 if you would like to be placed on the notification list.
Eleven is also investigating the possibility of releasing Real Families, Real Answers Studio “Talking about Addiction.” Pricing and ordering information are still being determined and updates will be posted on the Web site.
Hope: Dealing with Addictive DiseaseCBS sportscaster Craig Bolerjack presents the story of Edward G. Callister’s family as they tried to help their son overcome drug addiction. Also hear from experts Michael Kalm, MD; Glen Hansen, PhD, DDS; and Tom Foster, LCSW. This 30-minute special is available from the Edward G. Callister Foundation at http://www.hopetoday.com. Select “Hope Videos” and then “HOPE Today Introduction.”
Prescription for Addiction: Utah Leads the NationThis documentary is available from the Edward G. Callister Foundation at www.hopetoday.com. There are 74-and 29-minute versions.
Glen R. Hanson, DDS, PhD Director, Utah Addiction Center University of Utah Barbara Sullivan, PhD Associate Director, Utah Addiction Center University of Utah JoAnne Petrie, PhD Candidate Department of Psychology Brigham Young University Brent Kelsey Associate Director Utah Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health Senator Patricia Jones Utah State Senate Judge James R. Taylor Fourth District Court Doug Le Cheminant, LCSW LDS Family Services Patrick Fleming Director Salt Lake County Division of Substance Abuse Pat Bird Prevention Program Manager Utah County Division of Substance Abuse Verne Larsen Safe and Drug Free School Coordinator Utah State Office of Education Craig Povey, LCSW Program Administrator Utah Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health Gordon B. Lindsay, PhD Associate Dean College of Health and Human Performance Brigham Young University
Glen R. Hanson, DDS, PhD Director, Utah Addiction Center University of Utah
Barbara Sullivan, PhD Associate Director, Utah Addiction Center University of Utah
JoAnne Petrie, PhD Candidate Department of Psychology Brigham Young University
Brent Kelsey Associate Director Utah Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health
Senator Patricia Jones Utah State Senate
Judge James R. Taylor Fourth District Court Doug Le Cheminant, LCSW LDS Family Services Patrick Fleming Director Salt Lake County Division of Substance Abuse
Pat Bird Prevention Program Manager Utah County Division of Substance Abuse
Verne Larsen Safe and Drug Free School Coordinator Utah State Office of Education
Craig Povey, LCSW Program Administrator Utah Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health
Gordon B. Lindsay, PhD Associate Dean College of Health and Human Performance Brigham Young University
2-1-1 Phone: 211 (helpline) 2-1-1 is a free helpline that connects people who need to get or give help. Services include referrals to substance abuse treatment, education and support agencies and organizations throughout Utah.
Edward G. Callister Foundation www.hopetoday.com The Edward G. Callister Foundation Web site includes answers for families, research news, information for students and teachers and educational resources, including videos. The documentaries Prescription for Addiction: Utah Leads the Nation and Hope: Dealing with Addictive Disease may be viewed on this site. It also includes links to Utah agencies and organizations that provide treatment.
LDS Family Services Phone: 801-240-3339 (Salt Lake City) Phone: 801-422-7620 (Provo) www.ldsfamilyservices.org www.providentliving.org LDS Family Services provides counseling services and sponsors addiction recovery groups. Participation is free and confidential.
National Institute of Drug Abuse www.drugabuse.gov The National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA) brings the power of science to bear on the problems of drug abuse and addiction. The site includes extensive information for parents and teachers, students and young adults, and health-care providers about addiction and treatment. There is also detailed information about specific drugs.
Network of Care http://www.networkofcare.org/home_state2.cfm?productid=2&stateid=52 Network of Care offers vital information to help link consumers to support groups and personal advocacy resources in the community. The site also provides a repository of evidence-based practices—successful, creative ways for communities to respond to behavioral-health needs, including treating and preventing substance abuse.
Parents Empowered www.parentsempowered.org ParentsEmpowered.org is a media and education campaign funded by the Utah Legislature and is designed to prevent and reduce underage drinking in Utah by providing parents and guardians with information about the harmful effects of alcohol on the developing teen brain, along with proven skills for preventing underage alcohol use.
Safe and Drug-Free Schools www.utahpd.org/ This program is sponsored by the Utah State Department of Education and provides educators with age-appropriate lesson plans on substance abuse prevention, as well as training for parents.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) http://www.samhsa.gov/treatment/ SAMHSA, an arm of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), is a federal agency that focuses attention, programs, and funding on improving the lives of people with or who are at risk for mental health and substance abuse disorders. It sponsors a variety of services, including the following: The Center for Substance Abuse Treatment (CSAT) promotes the quality and availability of community-based substance abuse treatment services for individuals and families. CSAT also supports a free treatment referral service to link people with the community-based substance abuse services in their area.
Referral Helpline (24-hour, toll free in English and Spanish) 1-800-662-HELP (1-800-662-4357) www.findtreatment.samhsa.gov www.samhsa.gov/treatment/
The National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information (NCADI) provides extensive information to a variety of audiences on the prevention and treatment of drug and alcohol abuse, as well as on specific drugs.
The Center for Abuse Prevention (CSAP) works with states and communities to develop comprehensive prevention systems, including supportive work and school environments, drug- and crime-free neighborhoods, and positive connections with friends and family.
United Way The nine United Way offices in Utah provide information about agencies and organizations in their areas that offer substance abuse treatment, education and support groups. To find the United Way agency in your area visit: www.liveunited.org/myuw/local.cfm. The type of information provided courtesy of the United Way of Utah County includes the following: www.unitedwayuc.org/volunteer/pdfs/CommunityResources.pdf www.unitedwayuc.org/volunteer/pdfs/SupportGroups.pdf
Utah Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (DSAMH) Phone: 801-538-3939 www.dsamh.utah.gov/index.htm
DSAMH ensures that substance abuse treatment services are available throughout Utah and also provides extensive educational materials. The division contracts with local county governments (Local Substance Abuse Authorities [LSAAs]) to provide these services.
To learn what treatment services are offered: Phone: 1-888-891-8850 ext. 0 www.dsamh.utah.gov/substanceabusetreatment.htm To find public-funded services in your area: www.dsamh.utah.gov/locationsmap.htm
Salt Lake County Substance Abuse Services 2001 S. State Street, Suite S2300 Salt Lake City, UT 84190 Phone: 801-468-2009 Valley Mental Health - Salt Lake City 5965 S. 900 E. #420 Salt Lake City, UT 84121 Phone: 801-263-7100 Utah County Division of Substance Abuse 151 S. University Avenue, Suite 3200 Provo, UT 84606 Phone: 801-851-7128 Wasatch Mental Health- Provo 750 N. 200 W. Provo, UT 84601 Phone: 801-373-4760
Salt Lake County Substance Abuse Services 2001 S. State Street, Suite S2300 Salt Lake City, UT 84190 Phone: 801-468-2009
Valley Mental Health - Salt Lake City 5965 S. 900 E. #420 Salt Lake City, UT 84121 Phone: 801-263-7100
Utah County Division of Substance Abuse 151 S. University Avenue, Suite 3200 Provo, UT 84606 Phone: 801-851-7128
Wasatch Mental Health- Provo 750 N. 200 W. Provo, UT 84601 Phone: 801-373-4760
Al-Anon and Aalateen Phone: 1-866-262-9587 (toll free) Phone: 801-262-9587 www.utah-alanon.org www.usrecovery.info/Al-Anon/Utah.htm
Cocaine Anonymous http://www.caofutah.com
Crystal Meth Anonymous http://www.crystalmeth.org
LDS Family Services 12-Step Program Phone: 801-240-3339 (Salt Lake City) Phone: 801-422-7620 (Provo) www.ldsfamilyservices.org www.providentliving.org
United Wasatch Area of Narcotics Anonymous http://www.uwana.org Phone: 801-296-4044