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  • 73: Northern Kentucky's School-Based MRT Program

73: Northern Kentucky's School-Based MRT Program

Tuesday 20th August 2024

Discover how Northern Kentucky's school-based MRT program supports at-risk youth and tackles substance misuse in rural communities.
19 minutes
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Transforming Lives: Northern Kentucky's School-Based MRT Program

Episode Overview

  • MRT program supports at-risk youth to prevent substance misuse.
  • Lack of healthcare infrastructure and transportation are major challenges.
  • Community involvement is crucial for the success of such programs.
  • Early intervention can disrupt substance misuse patterns.
  • Building trust within the community is essential.
You can't just heal the child; you're going to have to heal the whole family
In this episode of Rural Roads - The RCORPodcast, Valerie Hardcastle, Vice President of Health Innovations at Northern Kentucky University, shares the impactful work being done through the Institute for Health Innovation. Valerie discusses the Moral Recognition Therapy (MRT) program implemented in schools, which aims to support at-risk youth and prevent substance misuse. With a focus on behavioural health and substance use disorder, the conversation highlights the challenges and successes of bringing such programs to rural areas.
You'll hear about the unique hurdles faced by these communities, such as lack of healthcare infrastructure and transportation, and how the MRT program is making a real difference by promoting personal responsibility and peer support among students. Valerie's insights provide a glimpse into the importance of early intervention and community involvement in tackling substance misuse. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding how innovative approaches can create lasting change in rural communities.
Are you ready to learn how one programme is transforming lives and offering hope to many?