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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.

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A black and white image with a close-up of a woman of color's face next to the text, "Time to remember. Time to act. 31 August, International Overdose Awareness Day."

A black and white image with a close-up of a woman of color's face next to the text, "Time to remember. Time to act. 31 August, International Overdose Awareness Day."

Learn the Basics About Overdose and How You Can Save Someone’s Life

An overview of the signs and statistics of overdose including local resources.

Mar 24, 20227 min read

A young person is sitting on the ground up against a wall with her head in her arms. She seems to be upset and hiding from her feelings.

A young person is sitting on the ground up against a wall with her head in her arms. She seems to be upset and hiding from her feelings.

Are You Stressed Or Depressed?

A high school student discusses the differences between stress and depression and gives suggestions for healthy ways to cope.

Mar 23, 20223 min read

A young person is driving a car with one hand on the steering wheel and the other hand holding up a green bottle of beer as if they are drinking it while driving. We do not see this person's face.

A young person is driving a car with one hand on the steering wheel and the other hand holding up a green bottle of beer as if they are drinking it while driving. We do not see this person's face.

Prevent Impaired Driving and DUIs: Try No Drive Five

A discussion of the dangers of impaired driving and how to prevent DUIs.

Mar 19, 20223 min read

A graphic for Minority Mental Health Month featuring different stories about the experience of people's perception of mental health.

A graphic for Minority Mental Health Month featuring different stories about the experience of people's perception of mental health.

Mental Health America’s Minority Mental Health Month

An overview of Mental Health America's Minority Mental Health Month campaign with information on how to participate in their social media campaign.

Mar 17, 20224 min read

A child is playing with an open bottle of blue prescription pills, pouring them out on a white surface.

A child is playing with an open bottle of blue prescription pills, pouring them out on a white surface.

Medication Safety at Home

A discussion of the importance of locking up your Rx meds to prevent Rx medication abuse with suggestions for ways to keep your home safe.

Mar 15, 20221 min read

Two young people with long, brown hair are sitting outside on a rock wall in front of a lake. There is a large mountain with snow on it in the background. We get a sense of peace.

Two young people with long, brown hair are sitting outside on a rock wall in front of a lake. There is a large mountain with snow on it in the background. We get a sense of peace.

How to Help Someone Struggling with Mental Illness

Tips for how to support someone dealing with mental illness.

Mar 14, 20222 min read

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