Linn County STAND Youth Council Releases Video on Talking to Kids about Vaping Risks

The Linn County STAND Youth Council has released the first of three Dr. Seuss-inspired videos with a light-hearted reminder for parents:

Talk to kids about the risks of youth substance use!

STAND Youth Council Students Answer Questions About their Video Project

Why did you create this video project?

Our project is all about showing parents that starting conversations with teens about the risks of alcohol and drugs is actually pretty easy. Even just a few minutes here and there can make a big difference!

What topics did you cover in the videos?

We made three videos, each about a different topic — vaping, marijuana, and alcohol. In each one, we break down the risks and why it’s so important to talk about them often. The vaping video was released this week. Stay tuned for our videos on talking to kids about the risks of marijuana and alcohol.

What would you like to see happen when parents watch the videos?

We want to get both parents and teens to check out these videos and start having small talks—those quick conversations that can actually make a big difference. Hopefully, this helps everyone be more open and keeps kids safe from underage drinking, vaping, and marijuana. We’re proud of this project and can’t wait to share all three videos!

Learn more about the Linn County STAND Youth Council