Keeping Kids Safe
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Problem Gambling Fact Sheet
Problem gambling is gambling behavior that is damaging to a person or their family, often disrupting their daily life and career. This 2025 fact sheet can help you gain a better understanding of what problem gambling is, its impact, and how to find support if needed. Source: National Council on Problem Gambling
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Alcohol: What families need to know to help protect young people
As parents and caregivers, we want to do all that we can to protect our children. In this guide, Partnership to End Addiction breaks down the risks of youth drinking, why it appeals to youth and what you can do to protect your child from its harms. Source: Partnership to End Addiction
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Talking With Children About Gambling
Learn more about how to talk to your children about gambling and other risky activities. Source: National Center for Responsible Gaming and the Division on Addiction at Cambridge Health Alliance
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Gift Responsibly: Lottery Tickets Aren’t Child’s Play
Lottery tickets are not suitable gifts for children under 18. Source: Oregon Problem Gambling Resource This holiday season, remember to Gift Responsibly by keeping lottery tickets, scratch-offs, and other gambling products out of children’s gifts. While giving a lottery ticket may seem like harmless fun, gambling exposure during childhood is often through lottery products given
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States. Source: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources
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Tips for Teens: Managing Stress
5 tips to help teens cope with stress. Source: Mental Health First Aid
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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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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