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1 Dec

Holiday Prevention Checklist: Ensuring Teens Stay Safe and Healthy

The holiday season brings excitement, traditions and time spent with family and friends. Along with the fun, it can also bring unique risks for teens, from increased stress to greater exposure to alcohol and other risky behaviors. As parents and caregivers, you play a...
17 Nov

Icebreaker Activity: Walk of Fame

When a group is meeting for the first time or welcoming new members, this activity is a fun way to learn each person’s name and interesting facts about them. It also helps participants build connections by discovering what they have in common. Time Needed: 15 minutes...
12 Nov

Let’s Celebrate the Great American Smokeout

The Great American Smokeout is Thursday, November 20, 2025! “Quitting smoking isn’t easy. It takes time. And a plan. You don’t have to stop smoking in one day. Start with day one. Let the Great American Smokeout event on the third Thursday in November be your...
6 Nov

Vaping 101: What Teens and Parents Need to Know

Vaping has quickly become one of the most common substance use trends among teens. According to national surveys, millions of young people report using e-cigarettes, often believing it’s safer than smoking traditional cigarettes (Monitoring the Future, National Youth...
20 Oct

Shining Bright: Celebrating Lights On Afterschool

Every year, communities across the nation come together to celebrate Lights On Afterschool, a day dedicated to showcasing the important role afterschool programs play in the lives of young people, families and communities. Organized by the Afterschool Alliance, this...
13 Oct

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...
6 Oct

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...
1 Oct

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...
22 Sep

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...
12 Sep

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...
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