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Non-Alcoholic Drinks for Celebrating Thanksgiving

 As Thanksgiving nears and the excitement of finally celebrating with family and friends is upon us.  Many people are including adult beverages as part of their gatherings and the temptation for over indulging will be present.  This year, why not include non-alcoholic beverages that can be festive and tasty, perfect for that holiday toast and celebrating those you love.  Especially if you are pregnant or trying to become pregnant, as an alcohol-free pregnancy is the healthiest option.

Check out this link for recipes!

 

Happy Thanksgiving from Proof Alliance NC!

 

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#FASDStrong - Help Us Change the Story about FASD

 

What usually comes to mind when people think about FASD?
For most people - it is the problems, deficits, and barriers. This adds to the stigma of FASD.

𝗪𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗙𝗔𝗦𝗗. We want to show "the whole person" and recognize the humanity of children and adults with FASD. Balance is needed!

To learn how you can be part of the change, click HERE!

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New Content on FASD and the Justice System Website

 

The website fasdjustice.ca has launched new content for justice professionals, and made finding accurate, credible, and unbiased information about FASD and justice even easier with improved site navigation.”

 

To learn more, click HERE!

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Heavy Drinking Among Women Skyrockets During Pandemic

 

“Experts say the pandemic has been especially hard on women. A study found that while heavy drinking increased among American adults by 14% in 2020 compared to 2019, it increased by 41% among women.”

View More, HERE!

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Doctors Concerned About Increased Alcohol Use During Pandemic, Especially Among Women

 “Psychiatrists are expressing concern about the increase in alcohol use during the pandemic, especially among women. 

"One [hypothesis] is women have bore the extra responsibility of child care during the COVID-19 pandemic and it has been stressful.”

 

Full story, HERE!

 

 

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"Women and Alcohol" Issue of Research Journal

 The latest issue of Alcohol Research: Current Reviews is dedicated to the topic of women and alcohol and “invited experts to review the latest research on alcohol’s unique effects on women across the life cycle, including women of color, LGBTQ women, older women, and pregnant women.”

Read More, HERE!

 

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Funding in whole or in part and/or supported by the NC Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services, awarded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Prevention and Treatment Block Grant (CFDA # 93.959).

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