Substance Misuse Prevention and Support for Immigrants, Refugees, and Asylum-Seekers in the South Southwest

Migration is a fact of life in the South Southwest region of the United States. Prevention professionals play a crucial role in delivering evidence-based and culturally tailored interventions to assist vulnerable immigrant populations. By doing so, they contribute to the promotion of community health, overall well-being, and the strengthening of social bonds. This document is designed to equip prevention professionals with valuable insights for their work with immigrant, refugee, and asylum-seeking communities.

The Substance Misuse Prevention and Support for Immigrants, Refugees, and Asylum-Seekers in the South Southwest:

• Offers definitions of key terms and groups
• Discusses the risk and protective factors for drug abuse among immigrant populations
• Provides information about the role of prevention in creating safe communities
• Suggests steps for selecting appropriate interventions and adapting programs for these populations
• Lists additional resources and tools for prevention practitioners