Education & Resources

Support and Confidential Help: 800-327-5050

Bay State Community Services: Heart-to-Heart Program - Structured Outpatient Addiction Program - For more information, make a referral, or learn more call (617) 471-8400 or email OutpatientReferral@baystatecs.org Walk-in appointments are also available!

Substance Abuse Services and Treatment

 

Signs of Drug Misuse & Addiction:

Use the following link to explore the signs of drug misuse. Use the menu to explore a variety of substances and refer to the support resources on this page if you need more assistance.

Signs & Symptoms of Drug Addiction

 

 

Reports and Education:

Evidence-Based Resources About Opioid Overdose

National Institute on Drug Abuse - Drug Facts, Heroin

8 Prevention Tips for Parents/Guardians

 

Helpful Videos:

The Truth Initiative: Know the Truth about Vaping

Vaping has increased in popularity among America's youth. Parents, caregivers, and schools have important roles to play in reaching students with important information needed to make informed decisions, as well as necessary tools to quit if they are already vaping.

 

More About Marijuana: Youth Prevention

This short video from the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission provides evidence-based information surrounding keeping youth safe. Please visit MoreAboutMJ.org for more information! 

Information for Parents on Prevening Youth Alcohol Use

The link above provides helpful information for parents and caregivers about preventing underage alcohol use.

What is Addiction?

The video above, from The Addiction Policy Forum explains addiction as a disease of the brain.

 

 

Additional resources can be found below