Marijuana
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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
Tips for Teens: Marijuana en Español. Conoce los hechos sobre la marihuana.
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Marijuana Resources
Resources and links about marijuana. Stay True to You Campaign Stay True to You is a youth marijuana and vape prevention campaign brought to you by the Oregon Health Authority. View their resources below: Stay True to You Website What’s True to You? Activities Find your passions and set your goals. Get started finding your…
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Tips for Teens: Marijuana
Get the facts about marijuana. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
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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. Today’s marijuana is stronger than ever before. In fact, the concentration of THC in marijuana has tripled in the last few decades. Marijuana Risks Addiction: People can and…
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Talking to Your Kids About Marijuana
Is marijuana is Just a Plant? During the adolescent years, your teen is especially susceptible to the negative effects of any substance use, including marijuana. That’s why it’s important for parents and caregivers to protect kids’ health and development by discussing this issue early and often.For more suggestions on answering your child’s questions about marijuana,…
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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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Why You Should Talk With Your Child About Alcohol and Other Drugs
Parents have a significant influence in their children’s decisions to experiment with alcohol and other drugs. Learn more in this article from SAMHSA. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)