High School

The earlier you are exposed to drugs and alcohol, the more likely you are to become addicted. The most abused substance by high school students is alcohol. Educate yourself about the dangers and learn how to stay safe.

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Teens

The FDA and JUUL Labs Feud Over Vapes
The sordid relationship between the FDA and JUUL Labs has resulted in a slew of policies and press releases due to the rise of teen vaping.
Teens

Facts You Should Know About Teen Marijuana Use
Marijuana is more socially acceptable than ever, but what impact is that having on teen marijuana use? Learn everything you need to know about the impact marijuana has on teens.
Teens

Benadryl Challenge, TripTok, and #Ket: TikTok and Drug Use Among Gen Z
With recent TikTok trends like the Benadryl Challenge, TripTok, and #Ket, many parents are wondering if there is a larger drug use problem facing Gen Z.
Drug Addiction

The Impact of Legal Marijuana
By the end of this year, 40 states will have legalized some form of marijuana consumption. But what does this mean? Is marijuana safe?
Teens

4 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Drink on Prom Night
Prom can be a fun and unforgettable night, but it can also end in disaster ⎼ especially if alcohol is involved. Here are five reasons to say no to alcohol on this special night.
Opioids

Drug Users Outnumber High School Students by 50 Percent
The opioid crisis has spread nationwide. In San Francisco, the effects are so severe that there are more drug users than high school students.
Alcohol

Guide to Staying Sober in the New School Year
As the lazy days of summer wind down, don’t let back-to-school excitement fool you or get the best of you.  Going back to school offers so many new exciting and fun opportunities, but it also offers challenges. 
Teens

How Much Alcohol Are Teens Really Drinking?
It is never too early to start talking to your teen about the dangers of alcohol. The time is now.
Drug Addiction

One-Third of Millennials Are Using Venmo to Buy Drugs
Drug deals do not just happen in dark alleys. Learn how mobile apps like Venmo are unintentionally enabling drug purchases.
Family Wellness

How the Pressure to Succeed Is Putting America’s Youth at Risk
A recent study found that teens from wealthier backgrounds are more likely to turn to drugs and alcohol. Learn how class status and addiction are linked.
Drug Addiction

Is Instagram a Gateway to Drugs?
Young people are increasingly finding illicit drugs through dealers on Instagram. Learn about the dangers of the app and how to encourage youth to avoid substance abuse.
Teens

Avoiding a Dangerous School Year
College students are one of the most at-risk populations for drug and alcohol misuse. Learn how to warn young people about substance abuse before it's too late.
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