Mental Health and Drug Awareness
OHS Drug & Alcohol Awareness Team
Oakville High School has started the Drug & Alcohol Awareness Team. Our goal is to create a proactive attitude toward drug and alcohol education and raise awareness at OHS, at home, and in our community. We want to make students aware of the dangers of drugs and alcohol and ask that you help us in the process. We believe the more students hear the "Just Say No" message, the more likely they will choose to stay away from these negative influences.
"... when youths perceive drug abuse as harmful, they reduce their drug taking." - National Institute on Drug Abuse
Featured Websites
National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse
http://ncada-stl.org/
According to the NCADA, substance abuse is the leading contributor to death and injury among young people. Since its beginning in 1965, one of the NCADA's major goals has been to teach young people the skills necessary to resist the temptation and pressures to use and abuse drugs.
Annually, the NCADA reaches out to over 100,000 people in attempt to educate about and prevent drug abuse.
On the website, The Library contains valuable information regarding drug, alcohol, and tobacco use. You can also sign up for The Key Newsletter, a quarterly publication which provides articles about the agency and information relevant to substance abuse.
National Institute on Drug Abuse
http://teens.drugabuse.gov/
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) has created this website specifically for middle and high school students and their teachers. The website provides information for use in and out of the classroom. NIDA for Teens offers students the opportunity to learn facts about drugs and neuroscience and to support educators and parents as the support student learning.
The site provides various methods for student learning such as printable drug fact handouts, a drug and health blog, interactive activities, and videos. Teachers will also find lessons and teaching guides to use.
The Partnership at Drugfree.org
http://www.drugfree.org
By bringing together renowned scientists, parent experts and communications professionals, The Partnership at Drugfree.org translates the science of teen drug use and addiction for families. At drugfree.org, you can find a wealth of information, tools and opportunities to help prevent and get help for drug and alcohol abuse by teens and young adults.
Mothers Against Drunk Driving
http://www.madd.org
Founded by a mother whose daughter was killed by a drunk driver, MADD works to protect families from drunk driving and underage drinking.
In addition to campaigning to end drunk driving and underage drinking, MADD also offers services for victims. MADD offers advocates and a national support line to provide emotional support and guidance to victims of drunk driving.
Preferred Family Healthcare
http://www.pfh.orgThis non-profit organization was established over 30 years ago and focuses on providing substance abuse treatment/prevention and mental health services to those in need.
Additional Websites, News Articles, and More
- NEWS ARTICLES
- 1 in 10 high school seniors are extreme binge drinking
- 5 Traits That Build Meaning and Stability Into Your Teen's Life
- Alcohol, the Ugly Punch of College Depression
- Commentary: Rx for Understanding: Free Online Tool to Teach Students
- Even moderate drinking in pregnancy can affect a child's IQ
- Experimental Vaccine Blocks Opioid High in Mice: Study
- FDA Announces Plan to Reassess Approach to Opioids
- Gupta: Let's end the prescription drug death epidemic
- Ignition Interlock Systems Have Stopped 1.77 Million Attempts at Drunk Driving: Report
- Is the Seller to Blame?
- Many Teens Admit To Coercing Others Into Sex
- Mental Health Disorders and Teen Substance Use
- Nonmedical Use of Adderall on the Rise Among Young Adults
- Prescription drug deaths: Two stories
- Prescription Painkiller Abuse Takes Hold in Western States
- Principles of Adolescent Substance Use Disorder Treatment: A Research-Based Guide
- Prosecuting Doctors in Prescription Drug Overdose Deaths
- Sedative-Related Overdoses on the Rise: Study
- Study Links Marijuana Use to Greater Risk for Developing Addiction to Other Drugs
- Talking to Teens About Drugs and Alcohol
- Talking with Your Teen about Drugs & Alcohol
- The Secret Under Your Addiction
- When Do Family Rules Change for Teenagers?
- Addiction Resource Guide For Kids And Parents
- PRINTABLES, DOWNLOADS, and TOOLKITS
- NIDA for TEENS
Drug prevention downloads including t-shirt iron ons, posters, stickers, and avatars. - The Partnership: Guides and Resources
Free e-books, fact sheets, guides, and posters.
- Above the Influence
- Brown University - Health Education
- D.A.R.E.
- Drug Enforcement Administration
- Missouri Association of Community Task Forces
- Mothers Against Drunk Driving
- National Council for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse - St. Louis
- National Institute on Drug Abuse
- National Institute on Drug Abuse for TEENS
- Office of National Drug Control Policy
- Partners in Prevention
- Stop Alcohol Abuse
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
- Suburban Junky
- The Key - NCADA Newsletter
- The Partnership at Drugfree.org
- Help.org
- Drunk Driving vs. Drowsy Driving vs. Distracted Driving