by Ben Conrad | Dec 15, 2014 | DrugFreeAzKids.org
Do you have good intentions for holiday safety? We all do, but sometimes we fall short of our good intentions. During this celebratory time of year, it’s crucial to make sure our kids are protected from the dangers of drugs and alcohol. Turn good intentions into...
by Ben Conrad | Dec 11, 2014 | DrugFreeAzKids.org
While the overall use of tobacco by youth continues to decrease, the use of e-cigarettes is on the rise. E-cigarette use among high school students was more than 2.5 times higher in 2013 as it was in 2011, as reported by the National Youth Tobacco Survey. Many youth...
by Ben Conrad | Dec 8, 2014 | DrugFreeAzKids.org
The holidays are right around the corner. Are your teens showing signs of stress? This time of the year can be stressful for anyone. Exams and projects are coming due at school and holiday preparation is on everyone’s mind. Through all this, you can help your teen...
by Ben Conrad | Dec 5, 2014 | DrugFreeAzKids.org
December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, which places a special focus on the dangers of drinking and driving, as well as drugged driving. Both impairments put drivers, passengers and pedestrians at risk. Drugs and alcohol impair a driver’s motor skills,...
by Ben Conrad | Dec 1, 2014 | DrugFreeAzKids.org
You’ve kicked off your holiday shopping season and saved money by shopping on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Now it’s time to share your generous holiday spirit on #GivingTuesday. On December 2, 2014 invest your savings back into your community through...
by Ben Conrad | Nov 25, 2014 | DrugFreeAzKids.org
Although some parents believe they can teach their kids “responsible drinking” by allowing them to drink at home and providing the alcohol, a new review of 22 studies concludes that this view is misguided. The Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs reports that...
