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Substance Use Resources
Below are resources hand selected by me. Enjoy my absolute favorite content!
-Kriya
Drug & Alcohol Info
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CURRENT STATISTICS
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National middle & high school survey that includes questions on substance abuse and other high-risk behaviors, and breaks down data by state.
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Survey of national youth drug trends conducted for 25+ years.
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National Survey on Drug Abuse and Health
Surveys national drug abuse trends in kids age 12+.
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CDC Shareable graphics & videos
Great graphics to help teach/share current opioid stats /students and families
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SUBSTANCE SCIENCE & RISKS
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Scientific Information about all drugs of abuse and how to assess problems.​
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Anti-nicotine education, research, and activism
Up-to-date Info on ecigs. Great collection of articles.
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Extensive list of substance use info on my Parent Resource page
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NICOTINE CESSATION
Helping a Child Quit Vaping/BecomingAnEX
Includes information, resources, and text-based support for PARENTS of teen vapers. Begin by texting "QUIT" to 202-899-7550. From the Mayo Clinic and Truth Initiative.
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Teens receive 5 free text, phone or online support in the form of 5 sessions with a “Personal Quitting Coach” that uses motivational interviewing and cognitive-behavioral strategies.
This text-based program from “Truth Initiative” involves receiving messages focused on building skills and confidence, and instant support when needed.
Free smartphone app to guide teens and young adults in quitting nicotine. Serves as a coach, cheerleader and distracting playmate all in one!
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Includes online chat support and quit planning
Sign up by texting QUIT to 47848
In Spanish: text LIBRE to 47848
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American Indian Commercial Tobacco Program
For members of American Indian communities in CO, ID, IA, KS, MA, MI, NV, ND, PA, UT, VT, WY. Includes live conversations with trained health professionals, email and text support.
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Telephone Quitline: 1-800-QUIT-NOW
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Behavioral Cessation Supports for Youth and Young Adults
From the (American Academy of Pediatrics)
Tobacco Cessation Resources for Youth
From The American College of Preventative Medicine
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For School Counselors:
See Educator Resources for Alternatives to Suspension & Drug & Alcohol Education Curricula
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Resources to share with Parents: Parent Resource Page
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