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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.

My Friend's DUI & Struggle with Alcohol

A college student discusses a friend's experience getting a DUI and struggle with alcohol abuse.

Anonymous

May 11, 20234 min read

A close up image of an orange Rx bottle of white pills that is spilling on to a table next to a metal stethoscope and empty syringe.

The Seriousness of the Opioid Crisis

A CSUCI student discusses their experience with the opioid crisis in Ventura County.

Anonymous

Apr 30, 20233 min read

A hand is laying on a table, palm facing up. The hand is chained to a bottle of hard liquor, also sitting on the table.

How Did This Happen?

A poem written by a college student about the experience of drinking and alcohol use disorder.

Anonymous

Apr 23, 20231 min read

A graphic that reads, "Ventura County Rx Take Back Day" in orange writing next to a picture of a hand reaching into a medicine cabinet and grabbing an orange bottle of pills.

How to Prevent Rx Drug Abuse & Overdoses in Ventura County

A discussion of April 2023 Rx Take Back Day including local Ventura County resources to help with drug abuse and overdose prevention.

Ashley H

Apr 13, 20232 min read

Four people are standing in their underwear facing the camera holding a sign that says, "All bodies are good bodies!!" They are of different ethnicities, body sizes, shapes, and are staring at the viewer with strength and confidence.

Social Media and Body Image

A college student discusses social media's negative effect on body image.

Anonymous

Apr 9, 20232 min read

A person is sitting at a table covered with various drugs and drug paraphernalia including marijuana, a syringe, a lit candle, a lighter, and a spoon with white powder on it. The person's face is obscured. Their right hand is holding a tiny bag of white powder and their left hand is held up with fingers outstretched, as if they're saying no.

Drug Abuse

A college student discusses his experience with a friend who overdosed, and how he tries to advocate a drug-free lifestyle to his peers.

Anonymous

Apr 5, 20233 min read

Have I ever tried to kill myself? Yes, twice. Both times were unsuccessful.

Suicide Is Not The Option

You deserve to be happy and live a long life full of good moments. Written by a Ventura County high school student. Have I ever tried to...

Dean Moray

Jan 20, 20222 min read

Addiction

She had blue hair, with a green streak. I left the store to get to the car and there I saw her, mourning life.

Dean Moray

Jul 24, 20201 min read

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Categories

My Friend's DUI & Struggle with Alcohol

The Seriousness of the Opioid Crisis

How Did This Happen?

How to Prevent Rx Drug Abuse & Overdoses in Ventura County

Social Media and Body Image

Drug Abuse

Suicide Is Not The Option

Addiction