Substance Abuse

What causes opioid addiction, and why is it so tough to combat?In the 1980s and 90s, pharmaceutical companies began to market opioid painkillers aggressively, while actively downplaying their addictive potential. The number of prescriptions skyrocketed, and so did cases of addiction, beginning a crisis that continues today. What makes opioids so addictive? Mike Davis explains what we can do to reverse the skyrocketing rates of addiction and overdose. [Directed by Good Bad Habits, narrated by Addison Anderson, music by Landon Trimble/ Playdate].

The Pilsen Wellness Center, Inc. provides outpatient substance use services treatment with medication-assisted recovery as an adjunct in the Little Village and Stone Park facilities.

For additional information, please contact

substance.use@pilsenwellnesscenter.org

Click HERE to request an appointment

text your zip code to '435758' for treatment referrals

Talk. They Hear You. BrochuresShare these brochures with tips for parents and caregivers on alcohol and other substances.

It’s never too early to talk with your children about the risks of underage drinking and other drug use. In this website, you will find

Brochures

Talking With Your Child or Teen About Marijuana

Talking With Your Child or Teen About Opioids

Talking With Your Teen About Vaping

Conversation Goals

Resources

Why You Should Talk With Your Child About Alcohol and Other Drugs

Why Small Conversations Make a Big Impression

Answering Your Child’s Tough Questions

Impaired Driving: Talk With Your Kids

Why Your Child Might Start Drinking Alcohol

How To Tell If Your Child Is Drinking Alcohol

What You Can Do To Prevent Your Child From Drinking Alcohol

The Consequences of Underage Drinking

Parent & Caregiver ResourcesCheck out these “Talk. They Hear You.”® campaign resources to help you start—and keep up—the conversation about the dangers of drinking alcohol and using other drugs at a young age.

Substance Use Prevention Resources for ParentsHelp keep your kids safe and healthy

Drug Abuse Prevention Starts with ParentsAs a parent, you have a major impact on your child's decision whether or not to use tobacco, alcohol, or other drugs. Be sure to encourage your child to make healthy choices and friendships and to always set a positive example through your own actions.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration Center for Tobacco Products