Lubbock Public Health to Host Free Educational Presentation on the Science of Addiction and Recovery


The Prevention Resource Center (PRC), in partnership with Lubbock Public Health, invites the community to attend “The Brain and Addiction: From Cravings to Recovery” on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
This educational presentation will explore how addiction affects the brain, influences behavior, and impacts decision-making. Participants will gain a better understanding of addiction, its warning signs, and the journey toward recovery.
Topics will include:
- How Addiction Affects the Brain: Understanding the brain’s reward system and how addictive behaviors develop.
- Risk Factors and Warning Signs: Recognizing factors that contribute to addiction.
- Cravings and Triggers: Understanding what causes cravings and influences substance use.
- Treatment, Relapse, and Recovery: Exploring treatment options and the ongoing process of recovery.
The presentation is open to community members, families, educators, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in learning more about addiction and recovery. Through education and awareness, the PRC and Lubbock Public Health hope to reduce stigma, promote prevention, and encourage healthier communities.
Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: 2015 50th Street, Lubbock, TX 79412
Hosted by: Prevention Resource Center (PRC) and Lubbock Public Health
For additional information, please contact Erika Lugo at 806-775-3890.
About the Prevention Resource Center
The Prevention Resource Center works to increase community awareness, strengthen partnerships, and provide education and resources focused on substance use prevention throughout the region.