Back to School, Back to Pressure

Helping Teens Navigate Stress, Substance Use, and Mental Health August changes the rhythm of life for students and families. Summer freedom begins to fade, alarms return, sports practices restart, schedules fill up, and social pressure quickly ramps back up. For many...

A Global Problem, A Local Responsibility

Why World Drug Day Matters for Our Communities Every year on June 26, communities around the world recognize the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, often called World Drug Day. Established by the United Nations, this day brings attention to...

Prevention Starts Before the Problem

Why National Prevention Week Matters More Than Ever Every year in May, communities across the country come together for National Prevention Week, a time dedicated to raising awareness about substance misuse prevention and promoting mental health. It is a week that...

April Is Alcohol Awareness Month

Education, Prevention, and Helping Youth Make Healthier Choices April has become more than just a transition into spring. It is Alcohol Awareness Month, an annual opportunity for families, schools, and communities to educate themselves about alcohol use and misuse, to...