Posted on September 13, 2009 by suescheff
As you have probably heard before, talking to your teen about suicide is one of the most important things you can do in helping to prevent a suicide attempt. Many times parents are unsure of what to say and instead say nothing. Here are some suggestions of how you can open the channels of communication [...]
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Posted on August 27, 2009 by suescheff
Tips for talking to your tween and teens about the dangers of Sniffing Inhalants and please take the time time to visit – http://www.inhalant.org/ for more information. You could save a life!
Source: Inhalant.org
Ask your pre-teen or teenager if he or she knows about Inhalant Abuse or
is aware of other kids abusing products.
• Reinforce peer resistance [...]
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Posted on June 27, 2009 by suescheff
Education.com is a continuous source of educational articles for parents of toddlers to teens. I check in with them regularly (browsing their extensive website), as they always have up-to-date information regarding today’s teens. From helpful homework tips, to parents struggling with at risk teens – Education.com offers a wealth of information. Visit www.education.com and learn more! Since [...]
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Posted on April 14, 2009 by suescheff
More from SAMSHA:
SAMSHA has created a site (http://ncadi.samhsa.gov/cfoy.aspx) that provides quick links to information in packaged bundles, available for quick download or mail order. These resources provide tips for families and educators to talk to teens about drug use. This is a great opportunity to access legitimate research and gather additional facts on signs and [...]
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Posted on June 23, 2008 by suescheff
Author: Judith Seixas|Geraldine Youcha Source: NYU Child Study Center
Although the latest government study finds drug use unchanged, kids are still at risk and experimenting at younger ages
Risk factors
Some youngsters are clearly more likely than others to be attracted to and hooked on drugs, nicotine and alcohol. The risk increases with any of these factors [...]
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Posted on June 22, 2008 by suescheff
By http://www.inhalant.org/
Inhaled chemicals are rapidly absorbed through the lungs into the bloodstream
and quickly distributed to the brain and other organs. Within minutes, the user
experiences intoxication, with symptoms similar to those produced by drinking
alcohol. With Inhalants, however, intoxication lasts only a few minutes, so some
users prolong the “high” by continuing to inhale repeatedly.
Short-term effects include:
headaches, muscle [...]
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Posted on June 7, 2008 by suescheff
MEDIA ADVISORY
The Partnership for a Drug Free America to Hold a Virtual Press Conference Announcing Launch of “A Parent’s Guide to the Teen Brain”
- New Site to Help Parents Decode Teen Behavior and Connect with their Kids
- Release of the 20th annual Partnership Attitude Tracking Study
WHAT: The Partnership for a Drug Free America will debut [...]
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Posted on May 13, 2008 by suescheff
WASHINGTON (CNN) — Teenagers who use marijuana put themselves at higher risks for serious mental health problems, including worsening depression, schizophrenia, anxiety and suicide, according to a new White House report.
Click here for entire article and report.
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Posted on May 12, 2008 by suescheff
Welcome to the Alliance for Consumer Education’s (ACE) inhalant abuse prevention site! ACE is a foundation dedicated to advancing community health and well-being.
Did you know 1 in 5 children will abuse inhalants by the 8th grade? Inhalant abuse refers to the deliberate inhalation or sniffing of fumes, vapors or gases from common household products for [...]
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Posted on May 6, 2008 by suescheff
Kids Try Different Products for ‘Legal High’
KTVZ of Central Oregon posted Part Two of a special report, “Teens and Legal Highs“. This article seeks to inform parents about the prevalence of inhalant abuse in youth.
A School Resource Officer interviewed said that computer duster is a particularly popular inhalant.
One teenager that the interviewer spoke with says [...]
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