In episode 9, host Tiffany Moore, delves deeper into the intersection of mental health and substance use disorders. In Part One, Jewell Gardner begins by discussing her lived experience as a parent of a child who suffered from mental health disorders at a very young age. Jewell details when she first noticed that her son was exhibiting mental health challenges, difficulty knowing where to turn for help, and how she was initially reluctant to using medication as a treatment option. She spoke to how it affected her personally to the point where she felt defeated as a parent and as an individual working in the field of behavioral health. Then, how her support system empowered her to continue to have patience, be supportive, and remain strong alongside her son as he faces new battles.

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Find a location for substance use services in Beaufort County: https://bchd.net/417/Get-Help--Resources

Need more information on substance use resources in Beaufort County, NC? Contact Tiffany Moore at: tiffany (dot) moore (at) bchd (dot) net

Riverfront Talks Substance Matters is sponsored by ECU Health and K.B. Reynolds Charitable Trust.

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