Wow what an exciting month October was for the Coalition. I believe my favor event was the Annual Breakfast. Thank you all who attended. The Coalition was able to harvest some great ideas on why youth are using marijuana. Here is a snapshot of the ideas.
Root Cause: Peer Pressure (Peer Influence)
To fit in
Everyone is using
Curiosity
Use to cope
Root Cause: Availability
Low cost
Lack of consequences
Increase in crime
Root Cause: Socially Accepted by Parents/other adults
Generational use
Lack of employment
Root Cause: Low perception of harm
Marijuana as Medicine
Safer than beer
Mixed messages
Media glamorizes
Root Cause: Lack of supervision
Shrinking number of kids involved in extra-curricular activities
Lack of discipline
Lack of positive adult role models
There will be a work group meeting November 22, 2011 from 2:00-3:00 pm at the Discovery Center to continue the Marijuana Conversation.
Logan County Drug Free Youth Council observes National Red Ribbon Campaign In October, the Youth Council of the Logan County Drug Free Youth Coalition, consisting of youth from all schools in Logan County, rallied their peers to pledge to be drug free. By signing a banner stating, “It’s up to me to be drug free”…
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The Logan County Drug Free Youth Coalition has been named a “Coalition of Excellence” by Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA). Sponsored by CADCA’s National Coalition Institute, the Got Outcomes! initiative gives coalition leaders across the country the opportunity to nominate their coalition for a prestigious national award. The rigorous two-phase application process is highly…
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Communication that nurtures feelings of “warmth” between parent and child is a critical component of your child’s positive development. In fact, the “warmth” factor is scientifically shown to aid in a child’s choice not to use drugs or drink alcohol while underage. Praising your child’s good behavior choices is important, as it creates feelings of…
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Know! Suicide is a Real Threat to Our Youth According to Teen Suicide Statistics, a person dies by suicide every 16 minutes in our country. Suicide is the third leading cause of death for 15 to 24-year-olds (behind accidents and homicide) and the fourth leading cause of death for 10 to 14-year-olds. The fact is, suicide…
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Know! The Importance of Stress Management for Tweens Being young doesn’t necessarily mean being, “carefree.” In fact, young people report feeling STRESSED often and cite it as one of the top reasons they choose to use alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. Stress overload can wreak havoc on developing bodies; negatively affecting a youth’s physical, mental…
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Summer! Just the mere thought of it excites most students, yet concerns many parents (and for good reason). Summer is a known time for increased alcohol, marijuana and other drug use, including first-time experimentation. What sets this season apart? Increased-Unsupervised-Free-Time. At this transitional age, our children naturally seek their independence and our trust. But, the…
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Drug Free Coalitions, such as the Logan County Drug Free Youth Coalition in Logan County, Ohio are part of a national evaluation and proving to be successful.
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National Drug Facts Week “Shatter the Myths” will be celebrated November 8th through November 14. The Drug Free Youth Coalition will be dedicating the whole month of November to “Shattering the Myths” about alcohol and drugs join the chat. This wee I want to shatter the myth about marijuana. Eleven percent of Logan County 8th…
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AWARD-WINNING PROGRAM FOR TEENS COMES TO Bellefontaine High School, Benjamin Logan High School and Indian Lake High School Challenge Day program promotes compassion and respect in schools and communities For millions of young people bullying, violence, and other forms of oppression are a part of a typical day at school. Many students are afraid to walk…
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