Alcohol Use Disorder

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We share the voices, opinions and stories of many Ventura County youth and young adults here. Not all posts reflect the opinion of BRITE or our sponsors. Managed by Ashley Heatherly.

How Life Has Changed My Cousin For The Better

A college student discusses her cousin's struggle with substance abuse disorder, getting sober, and enjoying her life.

Anonymous

Apr 27, 20222 min read

A photo of a sheet of white paper with different colors of dry-erase markers. The text reads, "I don't drink because... It can affect your life. I care for my life & others. I don't see any point..."

April is Alcohol Awareness Month

A discussion of Alcohol Awareness Month including advocacy messages from local high students about why they choose not to drink.

Ashley H

Apr 25, 20222 min read

A man is sitting in a dark room, holding a bottle of dark brown liquor in one hand and has his other hand on his head as if he is in deep despair.

Alcohol Use Disorder in the Family

A college student discusses the effects of alcohol use disorder on the family.

Anonymous

Mar 17, 20228 min read

A young person is sitting with a blanket pulled up to her eyes as if she is scared and hiding. There is a large, ominous shadow of an alcohol bottle on the left side of the photo.

Alcohol Use Disorder in Pictures

A college student represents her experience growing up with a parent with alcohol use disorder in photographs.

Anonymous

Mar 10, 20222 min read

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How Life Has Changed My Cousin For The Better

April is Alcohol Awareness Month

Alcohol Use Disorder in the Family

Alcohol Use Disorder in Pictures