Some may ask, “why does all of this [substance use prevention, underage drinking, youth tobacco use/vaping prevention, etc.] MATTER?”. Our response… BRAIN MATTER! As a living human being, your BRAIN MATTERS, and substances can hinder the development of your BRAIN …
Recently, an article was published that described a study released from the National Institute of Drug Abuse detailing the record low of the incidence of underage drinking! As we continue to encourage our youth to abstain from underage drinking and …
This past week (February 11th–17th) was Children of Addiction Awareness Week. By engaging in open, honest dialogues, we can empower and uplift children affected by addiction, fostering hope and resilience. Let’s make sure these children know that they matter ❤️.…
With time, some things get BETTER… and your health should be one of them!
Calling all parents and teens, let’s make the resolution to continue to live our healthiest lifestyles by not engaging in activities like vaping/tobacco use and …
The holiday season is officially beginning! This means more family time with teens being home during school breaks, which presents a great opportunity to have more open conversations about alcohol. It also gives parents the opportunity to set the record …
To close out October, in theme with the Halloween season, our partners at Drug-Free Lumpkin were able to participate in a Halloween Bash Resource Fair at Lumpkin County Middle School. Our very own Dr. Michael Carpenter and Brian DiNapoli distributed …
Red Ribbon Week in Kennesaw will be one for the books! Our Teen Advisory Council (TAC) students at North Cobb High School created graphics with drug-free messaging and had interactive activities for their peers. There were themed days, and there …
Every year we recognize and celebrate Red Ribbon Week as an ideal way for people and communities to unite and take a visible stand against drug use and misuse. Schools get involved by having different events and/or themes each day …
Our Teen Advisory Council (TAC) students at North Cobb High School were having a little fun with the DUI (“drunk”) simulation googles during one of their meetings. The exercise was meant to be able to experience how difficult it is …
Provided by one of our own coalition member, Brian DiNapoli, there have been a number of events and articles in circulation where sobriety has become a major focus among youth in communities! These articles depict youth and young adults choosing …