Drug & Alcohol Info 

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CURRENT STATISTICS

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Youth Risk Behavior Survey

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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Monitoring the Future Survey

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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Truth Initiative

Anti-nicotine education, research, and activism

 

Still Blowing Smoke

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

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My LIfe My Quit

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.

 

Ex Program (previously "This is Quitting")

This text-based program from “Truth Initiative” involves receiving messages focused on building skills and confidence, and instant support when needed. Begin by texting "QUIT" to 202-899-7550.

 

quitSTART App

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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SmokefreeTXT for Teens

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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THC CESSATION

 

Clear 30

App-based THC-cessation designed for adults, but appropriate for older teens

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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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