(6/6/2011)

On June 2, Recovery Month held it's first Twitter Chat.  The inaugural Recovery Month Twitter chat was co-hosted by Fran Harding, director of SAMHSA’s Center for Substance Abuse Prevention and focused on prevention and early intervention for substance use and mental disorders.

Read the Twitter Chat:

June 2, 2011 3:30 – 4:00 p.m. EDT

RecoveryMonth: Welcome to the first #RecoveryChat! Let us know who’s on & from where! We’re in DC! #RecoveryChat
CirclesofSA: The Circles of San Antonio Community Coalition is participating in the first #RecoveryChat!
RecoveryMonth: Sarah Ikenberry here-public health advisor from @SAMHSA’s Center for Substance Abuse Treatment (CSAT)^SI #RecoveryChat #RecoveryChat
SOBERINFO: SOBERINFO checking in for the #recoverychat in sunny Orange County California!
Laura3530: Laura Galbreath here from CIHS #Recoverychat
Cherylholt: "Hi! Cheryl here from DC #recoverychat"
Nationalcouncil: We're glad to b joining the conversation and will b tweeting for the next half hour with @recoverymonth.  We r in DC 2! #mhsm #recoverychat
ChristaAllan: @RecoveryMonth I'm on Louisiana. #RecoveryChat
CirclesofSA: COSA will be tweeting for the next half hour with @recoverymonth and organizations and concerned citizens from across the US #recoverychat
RecoveryMonth: And co-host Frances Harding, Director of @SAMHSA’s Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP), here to answer questions^FH #RecoveryChat
RecoveryMonth: @bennachtbuzz_ Glad you're joining us! Please use the #RecoveryChat hashtag.
HarborHealthSvc: RT @nationalcouncil: We're glad to b joining the conversation and will b tweeting for the next half hour with @recoverymonth.  We r in D ...
RecoveryMonth: We’re talking about prevention and early intervention for the next 30 min #RecoveryChat
ChristaAllan: Um...make that in Louisiana...not on it. If I wasn't in recovery, I might not know the difference. #RecoveryChat
RecoveryMonth: We’re asking & answering questions-please use #RecoveryChat and Q1, Q2 etc. in front of your tweet #RecoveryChat
Melodytreasure: Challenging stigma has to include, stigma experienced by active users and ex users how do we achieve this #recoverychat #UKRF
SOBERINFO: Q1 here.. Why do you think parent's are afraid, or reserved from talking about Taboo Topics? http://ow.ly/58QIv #recoverychat
LoisREarley: #RecoveryChat
RecoveryMonth: @melodytreasure Invite consumers and people in recovery to events #RecoveryChat
SAMHSAgov: RT @RecoveryMonth: We’re asking & answering questions-please use #RecoveryChat and Q1, Q2 etc. in front of your tweet #RecoveryChat
ChristaAllan: @SOBERINFO Maybe because some of them would have to face their own use? #recoverychat
Mmtamm: #RecoveryChat how best to get the message of recovery to the masses!?
Nationalcouncil: RT @samhsagov: RT @recoverymonth: We r asking & answering questions-please use #RecoveryChat & Q1, Q2 etc in front of yr tweet #RecoveryChat
RecoveryMonth: @SOBERINFO They're concerned about how to approach the topic and don't know what to say. TalkaboutRX.org has more info #RecoveryChat ^FH
theNCRG: RT @RecoveryMonth: We’re asking & answering questions-please use #RecoveryChat and Q1, Q2 etc. in front of your tweet #RecoveryChat
CirclesofSA: @soberinfo some parents are uncomfortable with their use, but some are just unsure of when and how to start the conversation #recoverychat
CirclesofSA: RT @RecoveryMonth: @SOBERINFO They're concerned about how to approach the topic and don't know what to say. TalkaboutRX.org has more inf ...
Melodytreasure: With the excellent piece by Bamber & White recently, is it time we looked @ recovery language & stop using 'clean' time #RecoveryChat #UKRF
SOBERINFO: @ChristaAllan That is very true. #Parents need to realize the impact and influence they have on their children #recoverychat
TreatTexas: #RecoveryChat The treatment community here in Texas committed to recovery! But need more funding to accomplish. Thoughts!?
ChristaAllen: @CirclesofSA @soberinfo Q1 I teach high school. Amazing that some parents still avoiding the issue. #recoverychat
CirclesofSA: RT @TreatTexas: #RecoveryChat The treatment community here in Texas committed to recovery! But need more funding to accomplish. Thoughts!?
RecoveryMonth: @TreatTexas Work with your local coalitions to leverage resources. #RecoveryChat
RecoveryMonth: Q2 What programs and activities would be helpful for prevention of mental and substance use disorders? #RecoveryChat
TreatTexas: #RecoveryChat coalitions are great but are struggling for funding too!
RecoveryMonth: @PrevGuy Thanks for joining! Please use the #RecoveryChat hashtag.
NAMIMass: Sorry I'm late I'll catch up #recoverychat
Network180: Greetings from Grand Rapids, Michigan #recoverychat
Nationalcouncil: Q2 Mental Health First Aid helps public identify, understand & respond 2 signs of mental illnesses & substance use disorders #RecoveryChat
Cherylholt: Q2 Positive examples in the media helps to promote prevention. #recoverychat
Network180: Q2: Our county's prevention coalition recently produced an awareness movie with help from Above the Influence campaign #recoverychat
CirclesofSA: RT @cherylholt: Q2 Positive examples in the media helps to promote prevention. #recoverychat
TreatTexas: #RecoveryChat Q2 whole health programs that work coordinate w/ primary care are the best!
Nationalcouncil: @network180 Can you include a link to the movie so we can see it? Sounds like great work. #RecoveryChat
Melodytreasure: @recoverymonth not sure it's useful 2 talk 2 YPs about substance use as a disorder! #recoverychat honest education & valuing them in society
RecoveryMonth: Q3 If you notice a friend or loved one showing signs of substance use/mental disorder, what steps can you take to help? #RecoveryChat
Cherylholt: RT @nationalcouncil Q2 MHFA helps public identify, understand & respond 2 signs of mental illnesses & SUDs #RecoveryChat #recoverychat
ChangeCompanies: Happy to be listening in! #RecoveryChat
Changeu_net: Happy to be listening in! #RecoveryChat
ChristaAllan: @cherylholt Q2 Agree, but less celeb focus and more "could be your neighbor" because who thinks of soccer moms in recovery? #recoverychat
Network180: Link to Kent County Prevention Coalition, Michigan, Above the Influence movie: http://j.mp/lHL27S @nationalcouncil #RecoveryChat
RecoveryMonth: Q3 call SAMHSA’s Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or visit SAMHSA’s Treatment Locator http://1.usa.gov/mKm2wN^FH #RecoveryChat
RecoveryMonth: OR Q3 Speak to your friend/loved one about their behavior using Recovery Month tips^FH http://bit.ly/iEJQIQ #RecoveryChat
TreatTexas: #RecoveryChat Q3 let them know you care and there are many kinds of resources available to help them!
Changeu_net: Q3: answer from David Mee-Lee M.D. http://bit.ly/dgUCBT  #RecoveryChat
NAMIMass: @recoverymonth Q3) First talk openly about it, especially if you're concerned & let him/her know that you'd like them to quit #recoverychat
RecoveryMonth: Time's up! Thanks to everyone who participated in today’s #RecoveryChat!
Cherylholt: Q3 @NationalCouncil has a great program to help with this: Mental Health First Aid. It helps ppl to provide effective help. #recoverychat
RecoveryMonth: We will answer your question further on the @SAMHSAgov blog http://bit.ly/knjxtB & Recovery Month site http://1.usa.gov/gGDxIo #RecoveryChat
NAMIMass: Is there another #recoverychat scheduled? #recoverychat
Nationalcouncil: Thanks for hosting this chat it's wonderful to connect with such strong voices and advocates @recoverymonth @samhsagov #RecoveryChat
Nationalcouncil: RT @recoverymonth:Taking further questions on @SAMHSAgov blog http://bit.ly/knjxtB Recovery Month site http://1.usa.gov/gGDxIo #RecoveryChat
SOBERINFO: @ChristaAllan agree! Recovery happens to everyone, everywhere, not just celebs in the media. Little help can go a long way. #recoverychat
RecoveryMonth: Stay tuned to @RecoveryMonth for additional details about our next #RecoveryChat!
Melodytreasure: Thanx an interesting idea, perhaps a longer time next time? And notice of questions prior to take off! #RecoveryChat #UKRF
Annemarieward: wonderful to listen in everyone see you at the next #Recoverychat xxxx
Melodytreasure: @INEF tis over already tim! :0) but what a good idea aye? Maybe we could develop further themes for future!? #RecoveryChat #UKRF
RecoveryMonth: @melodytreasure Agreed! Time flew by. Next chat will be longer. Thanks for the feedback. #RecoveryChat
CirclesofSA: @recoverymonth thank you for hosting the first #recoverychat. We'll be looking forward to the next
SOBERINFO: Thanks so much @RecoveryMonth @samhsagov and everyone else who participated. I enjoy chatting about #recovery with you all! #recoverychat
TreatTexas: #RecoveryChat Thanks @RecoveryMonth! Let's do it again soon!
CirclesofSA: RT @RecoveryMonth: Q3 call SAMHSA’s Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or visit SAMHSA’s Treatment Locator http://1.usa.gov/mKm2wN^FH #Re ...
Annemarieward: @melodytreasure @INEF yep for sure get @INEF and @injectingadvice  in on #Recoverychat themes for next time @UKRF  too and @Alistair1965
APAHealthyMinds: RT @nationalcouncil: Thanks for hosting this chat it's wonderful to connect with such strong voices and advocates @recoverymonth @samhsa ...
Annemarieward: @INEF @melodytreasure @injectingadvice wonderful have our own mini #UKRecoverychat hooking up with #Recoverychat to share our experience x
SimpsonH2020: #Recoverychat sorry couldn't join you all tonight - be good to do again ..... Same time each week / month
Claritywayrehab: RT @RecoveryMonth: Stay tuned to @RecoveryMonth for additional details about our next #RecoveryChat!
Claritywayrehab: RT @nationalcouncil: RT @recoverymonth:Taking further questions on @SAMHSAgov blog http://bit.ly/knjxtB Recovery Month site http://1.usa ...
Claritywayrehab: RT @RecoveryMonth: OR Q3 Speak to your friend/loved one about their behavior using Recovery Month tips^FH http://bit.ly/iEJQIQ #RecoveryChat
NAMIMass: @RecoveryMonth Great, We look forward to the next #recoverychat!!
Claritywayrehab: RT @RecoveryMonth: Our #RecoveryChat is starting in 30 mins. (@ 3:30 EDT)! Use the hashtag to ask questions or join the conversation htt ...
Recovered2006: I missed #RecoveryChat dang it! Didn't finish work in time. How was it? @recoverymonth
FionaArt: RT @NAMIMass: 1st #RecoveryChat TODAY 6/2, 3:30-4pm EDT other time zones http://bit.ly/mHwvf2 preventn/early interventn #addiction/#ment ...
MHFA_Australia: RT @nationalcouncil: Q2 Mental Health First Aid helps public identify, understand & respond 2 signs of mental illnesses & substance use  ...
WheelChairPump: RT @nationalcouncil: RT @recoverymonth:Taking further questions on @SAMHSAgov blog http://bit.ly/knjxtB Recovery Month site http://1.usa ...
Nationalcouncil: @network180 Thanks for the link. Glad we could check it out and connect on #RecoveryChat.
Network180: @nationalcouncil Your welcome #RecoveryChat

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