Join KNOW 2 Prevent on December 8th! University of Washington Professor and Researcher, Jason Kilmer, PhD will share lessons learned about the impact of marijuana legalization on youth - and the important role of parents and caregivers in reducing the risks for our children and teens! Event is FREE, but registration is required. Register now.
The Parent Support Network™ – Yorktown empowers and equips parents to better understand their children’s mental health needs, recognize warning signs when their children are struggling, and better understand and find resources. Register now.
Naloxone is a prescription medicine that reverses an overdose by blocking heroin or other opioids in the nervous system for 30-90 minutes. Naloxone is administered by injection or intranasal. Following training, participants receive a kit by mail. Register by email: ssal@drugcrisisinourbackyard.com
Interested in getting involved? Inspire others by sharing what inspires you! Learn more and get involved. Interested in supporting this event? To take advantage of these sponsorship opportunities, please contact Liz Talbert.
Dr. DiGiacomo will address the developmentally normative signs of moodiness in teens and the red flags for depression and other psychiatric disorders. She will also share tips on how to respond constructively in interactions with your adolescent, as well as how to access and obtain psychiatric or psychological assistance, and community and school supports. Register now.
Operation Parent presents: Depictions of drug and alcohol use is widespread in current media, including shows often viewed by teenagers such as Stranger Things and The Queen's Gambit on Netflix, and HBO's Euphoria. Given that research indicates that exposure to these messages increases teenage substance use, what can parents do to protect their children? Learn […]
Please join us for a virtual discussion and Q&A focusing on why our teens are so stressed, what thousands of years of wisdom have taught us about the essential building blocks for creating a good life, and what parents might do to encourage a genuine and optimistic path towards adulthood. Register now.
Drug Crisis in Our Backyard is pleased to offer Family Support Groups, an interactive forum for family support and education. We have recurring meetings where parents and families can obtain information and support in dealing with problems with drug abuse and addiction in their homes. Tuesdays 6:30-8:00pm Link to join: https://zoom.us/j/2241277364 Passcode: 456745!
Drug Crisis in Our Backyard is pleased to offer Family Support Groups, an interactive forum for family support and education. We have recurring meetings where parents and families can obtain information and support in dealing with problems with drug abuse and addiction in their homes. Wednesday 7-8pm Link to join: https://zoom.us/j/8534470100 *No passcode required.
