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2025 National Prescription Drug Take Back Day: A Vital Step Toward Safer Communities
As we move into 2025, it’s important to take a moment to reflect on how we can each contribute to building safer, healthier communities....
5 days ago

National Alcohol Awareness Month: Preventing Underage Drinking
April is #AlcoholAwarenessMonth, a crucial time to highlight the effectiveness of underage drinking prevention and promote healthy...
Apr 4


Stress and Youth Substance Use
Stress is a significant factor that can contribute to the development of substance use disorder (SUD) in youth. Adolescence is a period...
Mar 31


Navigating Social Media and Substance Use: Protecting Your Teen in the Digital Age
In today's digital landscape, social media has become a big part of teenagers' lives, with over 90% of teens using it regularly. While...
Mar 20


National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week
Understanding the Impact: National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week 2025 Every year, National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week (NDAFW) serves as a...
Mar 14


Strategies for Youth Substance Use Prevention: A Comprehensive Guide
Substance use and abuse among youth remain major public health concerns across the globe. With the increasing availability of drugs,...
Mar 7


Understanding Youth Substance Use: Insights from the DEA’s "Hidden in Plain Sight"
Substance use among youth is a growing concern in communities worldwide, often posing significant challenges to public health and safety....
Feb 28


How Substance Use Among Youth Impacts Learning
Substance misuse, particularly during adolescence, profoundly affects learning and brain development. The adolescent brain continues to...
Feb 21


The Link Between Teen Dating Violence and Youth Substance Use
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM) is held throughout February as a way to bring together teens and those who support them in...
Feb 7
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