Be Informed
Choose a topic to learn more about it, or explore the featured resources below.
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Said No Teen Ever: Youth Mental Health PSA Video
Across the country, one in five young people lives with a mental health or substance use challenge, yet few reach out for support. That’s why it’s so important we all know how to recognize and respond when a young person may be in need. Source: National Council for Mental Wellbeing
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Mental Health and Crisis Resources
Connect with local and national resources for mental health and crisis support. Local and State: Linn County Crisis Services24 hours a day / 7 days per weekCrisis screening, telephone triageCrisis Line: 541-967-3866 or 800-304-7468 Linn County Mental HealthMonday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm541-967-3866 (Albany)541-451-5932 (Lebanon)541-367-3888 (Sweet Home) TTY/TTD: 1-800-735-2900 Linn County Alcohol and…
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For Youth
Know the risks of youth marijuana use Marijuana use directly affects the parts of the brain responsible for decision-making, emotions, coordination and reaction time. In teens, the brain is actively developing and will continue to develop until about age 25. Using marijuana during adolescence and early adulthood can harm the developing brain. Marijuana and Brain…
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Tips for Teens: Marijuana
Get the facts about marijuana. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Consejos para Adolesentes la Marihuana
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Talking With Your Teen About Marijuana
Information about how to talk with your teen about marijuana. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
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Marijuana Risks (With Quiz)
Many youth today do not consider marijuana use a risky behavior. However, marijuana use comes with real risks that can impact a young person’s health and life. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Addiction: People can and do become addicted to marijuana. Approximately 1 in 10 people who use marijuana will become…
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Level Up: Youth Marijuana Prevention Campaign
As part of the Linn County Marijuana Task Force, Linn Together released the Level Up Youth Marijuana Prevention Campaign. Learn more about the risks of youth marijuana use. 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
Young people often underestimate the addictiveness of nicotine and the effect of tobacco use on their health. This resource was written for teens. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration