It’s day 5 of Red Ribbon Week! We’re closing out this awareness series with a look at the misuse of prescription drugs among teens. Check out some facts and statistics in the video below, looking at opioids, depressants, and stimulants. Knowledge is power!
Did you know that The Coalition, serving Angelina County, partnered with local agencies to provide a way to help rid your cabinets of expired or no-longer-needed medications? This is a huge step in making your home safe for students. This service is free and anonymous, with no questions asked. 24/7 drop-off locations are available at the Diboll Police Department and the Angelina County Sheriff’s Department. For more info, click here.
Red Ribbon Week may be coming to a close, but the conversations need to be ongoing.
https://www.highergroundsmgmt.com/post/preventing-teen-prescription-misuse
If you need help or are interested in resources and materials to keep the conversation going, the Interagency Coalition brochure is a great starting place.
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For day 4 of Red Ribbon Week, we’re taking a look at marijuana use among high school students. The data on the slides below is from the National Council of Drug Abuse Statistics.
Marijuana is one of the most commonly used illicit substances among youth.
Below are some resources for parents and students. Research says that conversations in the home make the most impact when it comes to a teen deciding to use or not.
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We’re celebrating bright futures today at LHS for Red Ribbon Week, as we talk about the statistics when it comes to high school students in Texas and underage drinking.
Did you know: Making alcoholic beverages available to a minor is a class A misdemeanor, punishable by a fine up to $4,000, confinement in jail for up to a year or both. www.tabc.texas.gov
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It’s Day 2 of Red Ribbon Week, and today we’re talking about the dangers and misconceptions surrounding vaping. According to the Annual National Youth Tobacco Survey of 2022, more than 1 in 4 students (middle and high school) use e-cigarettes or vapes, daily.
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