Students make anti-drug PSAs in youth leadership coalition - Norwich Bulletin

Students make anti-drug PSAs in youth leadership coalition Norwich Bulletin Her group created an audio advertisement to teach about the harmful effects of drunken driving. Mark Durham, 17, from Wheeler High School in North Stonington, said it was “important to get the message out there about the health risks of drug use.

Panel on drug use to present Monday night in Ashland - MetroWest Daily News

Panel on drug use to present Monday night in Ashland MetroWest Daily News To talk about trends and effects of marijuana use among Ashland teens, the Decisions at Every Turn Coalition tomorrow night will host a panel discussion at 7 pm at Ashland Middle School. Bill Phillips of New Beginnings, a local substance abuse program, ...

Women Fight Lake County's Heroin Problem With Awareness - Patch.com

Women Fight Lake County's Heroin Problem With Awareness Patch.com They also want to raise awareness among young people about the real dangers of drugs. Meanwhile, teens are curious about drugs and don't think about the long-term effects of drug use, said Heather Riley, 24, of Lake Zurich. “Teens don't realize that ... and more »

New Study Shows Long-Term Effects of Drug Prevention - MarketWatch (press release)

New Study Shows Long-Term Effects of Drug Prevention MarketWatch (press release) WHITE PLAINS, NY, May 15, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- A new study presented at an international conference in Texas demonstrates the long-term effectiveness of a classroom-based prevention program targeting teen drug use. The study tracked teens ... and more »

Teen drug abuse is focus of discussion in Jefferson - NorthJersey.com

Teen drug abuse is focus of discussion in Jefferson NorthJersey.com BY ANTHONY LAWSON The Jefferson Township Municipal Alliance Committee hosted a panel discussion focused on illegal drug use and its effects on residents and teens in particular. Kristine Wilsusen, a Jefferson health education consultant, ... and more »