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  • What’s Trending in E-Cigarettes

    What’s Trending in E-Cigarettes

    Read CADCA’s infographic to learn about current e-cigarette trends

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  • One Pill Can Kill

    One Pill Can Kill

    Visit the One Pill Can Kill website by the DEA for current information about fentanyl and counterfeit prescription drugs. The One Pill Can Kill website by the DEA provides parents, teachers, educators, and community organizations information and awareness about fentanyl and counterfeit prescription drugs.

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  • Why talk to kids about alcohol?

    Why talk to kids about alcohol?

    As parents we have everyday opportunities to talk to our kids about alcohol. Here’s a few reasons why we should take advantage of those moments to share your expectations around not using alcohol and other drugs. As parents we have everyday opportunities to talk to our kids about alcohol. Here’s a few reasons why we should take…

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  • 10 Reasons to Prevent Underage Drinking

    10 Reasons to Prevent Underage Drinking

    Preventing underage drinking is everyone’s responsibility. Here are 10 reasons why you should help prevent youth from drinking. Youth who drink are more likely to experience: In addition, early initiation of drinking is associated with development of an alcohol use disorder later in life. Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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  • Spanish Resource: Conozca Los Hechos Sobre La Marihuana

    Spanish Resource: Conozca Los Hechos Sobre La Marihuana

    Consejos para prevenir el consumo de marihuana en los jóvenes. Inicie la conversaciónHable con su hijo adolescente sobre los riesgos asociados al consumo de marihuana u otras drogas. Sea el recurso de confianza de su hijo. EscucheMantenga la calma y no juzgue. Cuando permite que los jóvenes sean escuchados, es más probable que escuchen lo…

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  • Spanish Resource: Tips for Teens – Marijuana en Español

    Spanish Resource: Tips for Teens – Marijuana en Español

    Tips for Teens: Marijuana en Español. Conoce los hechos sobre la marihuana.

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  • Talking With Children About Gambling

    Talking With Children About Gambling

    Learn more about how to talk to your children about gambling and risky activities. Source: National Center for Responsible Gaming (NCRG) and the Division on Addiction at Cambridge Health Alliance

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  • Youth and Problem Gambling Facts and Guidelines for Prevention

    Youth and Problem Gambling Facts and Guidelines for Prevention

    Resources and Guidelines for Responsible Gambling Many parents aren’t aware that youth gambling is often connected with alcohol use, marijuana use, and other drug use. Resources for Parents: Facts on Teen Drug Use – information to help you talk with your teens about drugs and their effects, and learn where to go to get help…

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  • Give a child a TOY not a ticket

    Give a child a TOY not a ticket

    Lottery tickets are not suitable gifts for children under 18. As you shop for gifts for children for birthdays, holidays, and other occasions; experts advise against giving lottery tickets to children.  Due to an abundance of gambling-like games, children today may be introduced to gambling at a young age. Research shows that the earlier a…

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