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Beyond “Just Say No”: What We Know About Effective Drug Prevention Today
For decades, drug prevention messaging focused on one simple instruction: “Just Say No.” Launched in the 1980s, the “Just Say No” campaign aimed to combat drug use by encouraging young people to reject drugs outright. While the campaign helped bring national attention to the issue, we now understand that preventing substance use is far more complex. The message “Just Say No” oversimplifies the reasons why people use drugs. It does not address the social, emotional, and enviro

Kids Escaping Drugs
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Genetics & Addiction
Genetics and Addiction: How Your DNA Can Influence Substance Use Addiction is a complicated condition that doesn’t have a single cause....

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Social Media Affects Youth's Perception of Substances
Social media can influence substance use in various ways, although it's important to note that the relationship between social media and...

Kids Escaping Drugs
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Embracing Youth Substance Use Prevention Month
A Call to Action October marks Youth Substance Use Prevention Month, a crucial time for communities, families, and educators to come...

Kids Escaping Drugs
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How Can I Help Prevent Youth Drug Use?
Here are some tips that can help your kids stay away from drugs: Build a strong relationship with your kids: Establishing trust and open...

Kids Escaping Drugs
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10 Ways That Resiliency Skills Help Battle Peer Pressure
Resiliency skills are essential for individuals to navigate various challenges and pressures, including peer pressure. Peer pressure can...

Kids Escaping Drugs
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Why is Drug Prevention important?
Drug prevention is important to kids because it helps them to develop healthy habits and make informed decisions about substance use....

Kids Escaping Drugs
Jan 30, 20241 min read


14 Coping Skills for Children
Helping children develop coping skills is crucial for their emotional well-being and resilience. Coping skills empower children to manage...

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Jan 30, 20242 min read


Coping Skills for Teens
Teenagers often face various challenges, and having a repertoire of coping skills is crucial for their emotional well-being and...

Kids Escaping Drugs
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5 Tips to Help Prevent Teens From Drug Use
Preventing youth from using drugs involves a multifaceted approach that includes education, prevention programs, and supportive...

Kids Escaping Drugs
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How Young is Too Young to Talk About Drugs?
The truth is, it's never too young to start preparing children with the skills and knowledge to face difficult situations. Our...

Kids Escaping Drugs
Feb 28, 20232 min read
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