PREVENTION MAKES A WORLD of DIFFERENCE
Assist people in identification of problematic areas in their lives. Provide knowledge and skills/tools for application in increasing awareness and prevention of the following areas:

WORKSHOPS/BRIEFS AVAILABLE
Free & Open to All Authorized

Alcohol 101 Workshop
When is the next drink “too much?” 
What is binge drinking? 
What’s the big deal? 

Arming yourself with knowledge is the key to preventing alcohol related tragedies and letting alcohol negatively impact your life. 
This free workshop is open all ID cardholders. Please call Resilence Education, 910-451-2865 to register.

Anger Management
Got Anger? 

Out of control rage and angry actions cause hurt, pain, and distress.  Understanding the root cause of anger can help you transform your life.  Learn how to discharge and express anger in appropriate ways.  Move towards managing your anger instead of letting your anger control you. This free workshop is open all ID cardholders. Please call Resilence Education, 910-451-2865 to register.

BASIC (Building Alcohol Skills Intervention Curriculum)
BASIC Training (Building Alcohol Skills Intervention Curriculum) is a “train the trainer” program designed to assist NCOs in providing guidance and direction to junior troops about how to drink responsibly. This Headquarters Marine Corps developed program can be designed to fit the unit’s schedule. This free workshop is open all active duty military. Please call Resilence Education, 910-451-2865 to register.

Healthy Communication in Relationships
Communication is the key to unlocking the door to a healthy relationship.  So why have so many people lost the key?  What prevents you from communicating effectively?  Whether it’s baggage from the past, or good old fashioned differences between male and female communication styles—there can be lots of barriers that get in the way of positive, healthy interaction. Learn about the critical differences in how males and females think and react to circumstances, and gain a better understanding of in-depth programs available on base that are designed to promote healthier interaction among couples. This free workshop is open all ID cardholders. Please call Resilence Education, 910-451-2865 to register.    

How to Avoid Falling For a Jerk or Jerkette
Think you have what it takes to select the right partner for a great life-long relationship?
“How to Avoid Falling For a Jerk or Jerkette” is designed to help singles and singles-again of all ages with partner selection.  Please join us as we empower you to build healthier relationships through the journey of picking a lifetime partner! This free workshop is open all ID cardholders. Please call Resilence Education, 910-451-2865 to register.    

Improving Self-Esteem
Worthy. Precious. Valuable.  Your opinion of yourself impacts everything you do in life.  Improved confidence and poise increases self-satisfaction and perceived success.  Believe in you.  Understand that you yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection. This free workshop is open all ID cardholders. Please call Resilence Education, 910-451-2865 to register.      

Relax
Slow down. Take a rest. Breathe. Relax. Discover new ways to let go. Find ways to enter into deep, peaceful, mindful relaxation. Learn new techniques that will help you give your stress wings and let it all fly away. This free workshop is open all ID cardholders. Please call Resilence Education, 910-451-2865 to register.

Stress Management
Experiencing Depression?  Apathy?  Anger?  Anxiety?  These feelings are just some of the symptoms stress can cause.  Learning to identify the causes and symptoms of stress can help you successfully manage daily hassles and major life stressors.  Discover new ways to relieve stress and begin the journey towards being stress free. This free workshop is open all ID cardholders. Please call Resilence Education, 910-451-2865 to register.   

Suicide Awareness for Families
Never leaving a Marine behind extends beyond the battlefield and beyond the base.  Strong, knowledgeable, and aware families can identify when someone is in need, and step in to help before it’s too late.  It is often difficult to recognize the signs of severe depression among adults and adolescents. Gaining a better understanding of the problem, and learning what tools and resources are available can help save lives. This free workshop is open all ID cardholders. Please call Resilence Education, 910-451-2865 to register.

Prevalence of Specific Drug Use:
Marijuana remains the drug most commonly used by military personnel.

Illicit Drug Use and Productivity Loss:
Illicit drug use was related to productivity loss as measured by being late for work, leaving work early, being hurt in an on-the-job accident, working below one’s normal level of performance, and not coming to work because of illness or injury.

D.E.F.Y. (DRUG EDUCATION FOR YOUTH PROGRAM)
The Drug Education for Youth is a 2-part substance abuse prevention program of the Department of Defense for children ages 9 through 12. D.E.F.Y. is designed to deter “at-risk” youth behavior in children by helping them develop social and coping skills needed to resist drug abuse and illegal drug use. The program begins with an 8-day non-residential summer camp followed by monthly meetings during the remainder of the year. For more information, contact Loida Householder, Program Coordinator at 910-451-0822.

RED RIBBON
The assistant secretary of defense designates the last full week of October as red ribbon week-the celebration of drug abuse prevention and education in the military services.  Red ribbon week honors the memory of drug enforcement administration special agent and former marine Enrique s. Camarena, who was murdered by drug traffickers in 1985. This annual observance of the continuing work to make a drug-free marine corps will be marked by commands setting aside time to emphasize the benefits of pursuing a drug-free lifestyle.

PROFESSIONAL MILITARY EDUCATION (PME)
Professional Military Education (PME) may be provided to all interested units desiring to augment or fulfill unit training requirements in areas of substance abuse. The areas for training include: Illegal/Illicit drugs, prescription medication abuse, and
Over-The-Counter (OTC) medication abuse. The training can be tailored to suit the audience. Senior leadership training and junior enlisted training is available. Anyone interested in having a class, please contact the DDR Team, 910-451-2865.

URINALYSIS COORDINATORS' COURSE
This workshop is provided to designated Unit Substance Abuse Program Representatives; i.e. Urinalysis Coordinators, Substance Abuse Control Specialists (SACS), and Substance Abuse Control Officers (SACOs). This workshop provides them with the knowledge of the correct procedures required to collect, package, and ship urine specimens to the appropriate Navy Drug Screening Laboratory. Course materials are provided and mandatory testing is required for certification. Please contact the DDR Team, 910-451-2865.

USAP
(UNIT SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT COURSE)
This management training session is for newly appointed Substance Abuse Control Officers (SACO) and Substance Abuse Control Specialists. Through this curriculum, SACOs and SACS are trained as mandated by MCO P1700.24B on the disciplines of their duties. As a result of completion of the education, needs assessment and unit annual prevention planning can be developed. The uniqueness of the curriculum is that it is simple and user-friendly enough to address various audiences and yet, it is comprehensive in its content.

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ALCOHOL AWARENESS & PREVENTION Thirty to sixty minutes workshop. Provides detailed information on the dangers associated with alcohol abuse, the laws governing the use of alcohol and the consequences of irresponsible behavior.

ALCOHOL ABUSE PREVENTION PROGRAM: ALCOHOL ABUSE 1013.5 hour interactive workshop. This program is designed to assist individuals with developing the knowledge and skills to make healthier lifestyle decisions pertaining to alcohol abuse and binge drinking. Topics include: drinking and driving, binge drinking, alcohol's effects on the body, its effects on family and social life. It also offers tips for responsible drinking and recreation activities not involving alcohol. This program serves unit level education in support of the first phase of the Marine Corps Substance Abuse Program (MCO P1700.24B).