by Ben Conrad | Oct 4, 2018 | DrugFreeAzKids.org
What the Surgeon General Says About Opioids The opioid epidemic in the United States has been a hot topic lately, especially in the drug prevention world. But what exactly is an opioid? An opioid is a drug that is typically used for pain relief. Opioids can be...
by Ben Conrad | Sep 17, 2018 | DrugFreeAzKids.org
Lately we have been hearing a lot about the opioid epidemic in the United States and how serious it is, but what’s going on with other substances? Although a big focus has been placed on the many harmful consequences of opioid addiction, it is important that we don’t...
by Ben Conrad | Aug 28, 2018 | DrugFreeAzKids.org
Electronic cigarettes are nothing new to the youth and adults in our community. Over the past few years the use of e-cigarettes and “vaping” has steadily increased. The new craze in the electronic cigarette world is a brand named Juul. Juul is unlike other...
by Ben Conrad | Aug 16, 2018 | DrugFreeAzKids.org
It’s that time of the year again, where parents and youth alike are gearing up for the new school year. This is an exciting time for youth whether it be starting high school, entering middle school, or starting somewhere new altogether. While this is an exciting...
by Ben Conrad | Jul 26, 2018 | DrugFreeAzKids.org
The Problem: The teen years are a time when our youth discover who they are, try new things, and form strong relationships with their peers. This can be an especially risky time for members of the LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning)...
