From A’s to D’s? The Academic Costs of Underage Drinking

Success in school takes focus, motivation and a healthy brain. For students, especially teens, alcohol can work against those goals. While many young people may see drinking as “no big deal,” even small amounts of alcohol can interfere with learning, memory and...

Words Matter: Talking About Mental Illness Without Stigma

The words we use matter! Language shapes how we think, how we treat others and how safe people feel when sharing their experiences. When it comes to mental health, everyday expressions can unintentionally reinforce stigma or minimize someone’s struggles. Choosing our...

Participate in the DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Another National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is quickly approaching! Gather your unused, unwanted or expired prescription drugs to dispose of safely during the upcoming event. When: Saturday, October 25, 2025 – 10 am to 2 pm Where: A comprehensive list of...

Icebreaker Activity: Celebrity Name Game

Let your group know they’re about to play a fun and fast-paced celebrity name challenge to get their brains working and energy flowing. In this icebreaker, participants will build a chain of celebrity names, feeding off of their peers. Get ready to think fast...

Celebrate Recovery with GUIDE

As GUIDE’s mission is to create safer, healthier communities, we are proud to support addiction recovery efforts in Georgia and beyond. While we focus our programming on substance use prevention, we acknowledge that the two efforts go hand in hand to create...