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When we talk to students about substance use, we usually focus on one thing at a time—a presentation on vaping here, a chat about drinking there. But public health data tells us that students often don’t stick to just one substance. Polysubstance use – mixing two or more substances together or using them back-to-back – […] More >

If you work in a school or youth organization, you see the challenge every day: student mental health needs are skyrocketing, but staff bandwidth and budgets remain strictly limited.   Over the past decade, youth mental health in middle and high schools has reached a tipping point. Nearly 40% of high school students report persistent […] More >

How late did you drink your last cup of coffee yesterday? Many of us survive on caffeine to power through but if you’ve ever found yourself staring at the ceiling at 2:00 AM, you’ve experienced its biological math firsthand. Caffeine has an average half-life of 6 hours—meaning if you drink a cold brew at 3:00 PM... More >

Cannabis use among youth is no longer a fringe concern. It is becoming increasingly normalized across schools and communities nationwide. As legalization expands and perceptions of risk decline, educators, health professionals, and community leaders are navigating a rapidly evolving landscape. More >

This guide is designed to help you navigate a conversation with your child after watching the video together. The goal is to move from judgment to curiosity, using proven therapeutic techniques to keep the dialogue open and honest. More >