The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) have come together to coordinate the National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week® (NDAFW®)!
From March 22nd – 28th 2021, we focus
ALL FACTS…. No Fiction!
There is still an abundance of information that we don’t know about vaping and e-cigarette use. There are also some myths that have been circulated to downplay the dangers that we do know are associated with vaping and e-cigarette use.…
DANGER! DANGER! Vaping in Progress…
Vaping or the use of e-cigarettes has become very common, especially amongst teenagers. And while the popularity continues to grow, so does the overwhelming amount of evidence leading to the dangers of these electronic devices. Research backed by the …
SAMHSA’s NEW “Talk. They Hear You.” Clouded PSA!
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, also known as SAMHSA, has released a new PSA encouraging parents to start having conversations with their child(ren) about the dangers and risks associated with youth tobacco use and vaping. Here, at …
National Substance Abuse Prevention Month!
During this month of October, we are also recognizing National Substance Abuse Prevention Month with Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to help spread awareness about medication abuse/misuse, underage drinking/alcohol awareness, marijuana use, and youth tobacco use (specifically …
The truth® About COVID-19 and Vaping!
The Truth Initiative® recently published an article discussing the connection between vaping increasing the vulnerability to contracting COVID-19 and the lack of awareness among teens and young adults. It has been proven that vaping damages the lungs, especially in …
What’s The Word?!
“What do the kids say nowadays?”
From generation to generation, new phrases, colloquialisms, and words come about depending on what’s trending or new in society. But what happens, when the new language becomes a secret code, and the “new/trendy” thing …
Reality Check!!!
Our new “reality backpack” is a tool that can be used to educate parents on vaping products commonly used by teens and young adults. The backpacks are filled with a variety of vaping devices such as e-cigarettes, vape pens, vaping …
Was “Safer” Really Safe At All?
There have been many claims that vaping and e-cigarette (e-cig) use is a safer alternative to traditional cigarette smoking. 
However, tobacco smoking of any kind is detrimental to young adults. Teens’ brains are not fully developed, and most vape products …
TAC Team Takeover!
We may be in quarantine to prevent the spread of COVID-19, but that does not stop our students from spreading awareness regarding the harms of vaping and tobacco use!
The Teen Advisory Council (also known as a TAC Team) is …