Prevention

The Truth About Youth… Alcohol Use

On a typical Friday during the school year, social media lights up about the upcoming weekend events and parties. Word spreads quickly and plans are excitedly made. On Monday, stories are told of where students went over the weekend and what they did. Often, the...

A Deeper Look into Social Norms

DO YOU… shake hands when you meet someone? leave a tip for the waiter? refrain from picking your nose in public? ask someone how they are doing and keep walking past them? avoid talking with food in your mouth? put your phone on silent when in a meeting or other...

Prevent Medicine Abuse by Cleaning Out Your Cabinet

Did you know? After alcohol and marijuana, prescription drugs are the most commonly misused substances by Americans ages 14 and older (NIDA). Increases in prescription drug misuse in the last several years are reflected in increased emergency room visits and overdose...

Conduct a Door Knocking Campaign

The Knock Out Campaign is a way to reach others by going door-to-door. It can be used as an opportunity to give important information to adults who answer the doors at local homes. Campaign messaging can vary depending on the community’s needs. Target Audience...

10 Things Parents Can Do to Prevent Underage Drinking

Parents, have you heard? YOU are the #1 influence in a teen’s decision not to drink! Preventing underage drinking is possible, and parents have the power to be the reason youth choose to make healthy decisions and not engage in underage drinking. As a parent,...