Several Great Falls organizations are working to build understanding for people who suffer from mental health issues and addictive disorders.
The series, Stop the Stigma, will be held in Heritage Hall at Great Falls College MSU.
On Monday, the series started with the documentary “Screenagers,” which looked at the impacts technology addiction can have on kids and teenagers.
The series will also examine tobacco addiction, the warning signs of a mental health crisis, prescription drug abuse, and porn and sex addiction.
A second showing of “Screenagers” was held on Monday night followed by a panel discussion.
Here are the events planned for the rest of this week:
- Oct. 23 – “Blowing Smoke.” This presentation will focus on the past and present state of tobacco, including the history of tobacco, new products and thought-provoking ideas about its future. Noon.
- Oct. 23 – “Red Flags and How to Take Action.” Learn to identify and respond to a mental health and/or substance abuse crisis. 6 p.m.
- Oct. 24 – “Prescription Perspective.” Belden Billy from Rocky Boy shares the story of his own battle with substance abuse. A panel discussion will follow. 6 p.m.
- Oct. 25 – “Porn and Sex Addiction.” With the Internet and pornography being so readily available, more people are developing significant problems around compulsive/addictive behaviors. Join presenter Steven I. Lanzet, M.Ed., LMFT, LCPC, CSAT-S, for this community presentation on what families, parents and citizens need to know. 6 p.m.
All events are free and open to the public and held in Heritage Hall at Great Falls College MSU, 2100 16th Avenue South.
-Reported by Joe Huisinga/MTN News
