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October 23-31 is Red Ribbon Week, and this year’s theme is “Life is a Puzzle, Solve it Drug Free.” There are many pieces of the prevention education puzzle that need to come together to keep kids alcohol- and substance-free.
In honor of Red Ribbon Week, focus on these five pieces of the puzzle to teach your students to say “YES” to a healthy lifestyle and “NO” to risky behaviors like underage drinking and underage cannabis use.

Red Ribbon Week: Pieces to Build Prevention October 23-31 is Red Ribbon Week and this year’s theme is “Life is a Puzzle, Solve it Drug Free.” Since there are many pieces of the prevention education puzzle that need to come together to keep kids alcohol- and substance-free, here are 5 pieces to focus on to teach kids to say “YES” to ...

It's Health Education Week, a perfect time to help kids make healthy, informed choices! 🧠

Start the conversation about how alcohol affects the developing brain and empower your kids to say "YES" to healthy choices and "NO" to underage drinking.

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How does alcohol affect the brain?

Alcohol and Your Brain Take a rollercoaster ride through the brain to learn about alcohol’s harmful effects on five different brain structures. Version of this video with audio des...

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Get the Facts About Underage Drinking

Underage drinking is a serious public health problem in the United States. Alcohol is the most widely used substance among America’s youth and can cause them enormous health and safety risks.

The consequences of underage drinking can affect everyone—regardless of age or drinking status.

Either directly or indirectly, we all feel the effects of the aggressive behavior, property damage, injuries, violence, and deaths that can result from underage drinking. This is not simply a problem for some families—it is a nationwide concern.

Get the Facts About Underage Drinking | National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) Underage drinking is a serious public health problem in the United States. Alcohol is the most widely used substance of abuse among America’s youth, and drinking by young people poses enormous health and safety risks.

April is Alcohol Awareness Month! Do you have concerns about the health, wellness, and well-being of yourself, your child, or someone you care about? Find support with Screen4Success—a quick and easy way to identify areas where someone may benefit from more support: samhsa.gov/talk-they-hear-you/screen4success

Screen4Success Learn more about Screen4Success, a user-friendly screening tool that provides support through a better understanding of personal health, wellness, and well-being.

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This video is a little long (6:41), but very informative. Learn about the effects of alcohol on the body.

Alcohol Awareness: Alcohol & Your Health

Alcohol Awareness Month: Understanding the Risks and Supporting Recovery - National Center for Wellness & Recovery April is Alcohol Awareness Month — a time dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of alcohol misuse and promoting access to treatment and recovery resources. Understanding Alcohol Use and Its Risks Alcohol remains one of the most widely used substances in the United States. While many con...

April is —a time to raise awareness of alcohol use & misuse.

Find helpful resources on alcohol use & misuse prevention, treatment & recovery support services that you & your community can use to support those who may be struggling: samhsa.gov/find-help/atod/alcohol

April is —a time to raise awareness of alcohol use & misuse. Find helpful resources on underage drinking and tips for talking to teens:

Talk. They Hear You: Underage Drinking Awareness Campaign SAMHSA’s national youth substance use prevention campaign helps parents and caregivers, educators, and community members get informed, be prepared, and take action to prevent underage drinking and other substance use.

April is Alcohol Awareness Month—a time to reflect on the impact of alcohol on our health and well-being. Let’s make informed choices, support those in recovery, and promote responsible drinking.

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