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Level Up: Youth Marijuana Prevention
As part of the Linn County Marijuana Task Force, Linn Together released the Level Up Youth Marijuana Prevention Campaign. Learn more about youth marijuana prevention in this article. Marijuana use directly affects the parts of the brain responsible for decision-making, emotions, coordination and reaction time. In adolescents the brain is actively developing and will continue to…
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Tips For Teens: Tobacco Use
Get the facts about tobacco use. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
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Tips For Teens: E-Cigarettes
Get the facts about e-cigarettes. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
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Talking With Your Teen About Vaping
Information about how to talk with your teen about vaping. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
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Talk with Your Teen About E-cigarettes: A Tip Sheet for Parents
Know the risks of e-cigarettes and young people. Source: Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Learn to Recognize Stealth E-Cigarette Products
You probably know that an e-cigarette (also called a vape) is a battery-powered device that heats a liquid nicotine mixture into an aerosol that the user inhales. Several of the e-cigarettes most popular with youth resemble USB flash drives and can be relatively odorless. But did you know that teens may also be using stealth…
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Underage Drinking is Dangerous
Youth who drink alcohol are more likely to experience: In general, the risk of youth experiencing these problems is greater for those who binge drink than for those who do not binge drink. Early initiation of drinking is associated with development of an alcohol use disorder later in life. Source: Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
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Underage Drinking: Myth versus Fact
You probably see and hear a lot about alcohol—from TV, movies, music, social media, and your friends. But what are the real facts? Here are some common myths and facts about alcohol use. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
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Tips for Teens: Underage Drinking
Get the facts about underage drinking. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)