Prevent Alcohol and Drug Abuse

Published March 1, 2013

Prevent Alcohol and Drug Abuse – The fourteen and one half minute DVD is being made available through schools to all incoming ninth graders and their families in Westchester County. The video highlights methods to develop lines of communication between parents and teens.

Top-rated Drug Abuse Prevention Program Unveils New Edition on Capitol Hill

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This unique prevention program has been proven to cut tobacco, alcohol, and illicit drug use by up to 80%. Rather than emphasizing the risk associated with substance use, it promotes resilience and positive youth development by teaching students a …
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Teen Substance Abuse on the Decline

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The survey, conducted by the Wyoming Survey and Analysis Center at the University of Wyoming, asked students about alcohol and drug use within the past 30 days. Among 8th graders, alcohol use has decreased from 24 percent to 18 percent, while 10th …
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