March 10, 2021 – 12:00-12:30
Current Trends on Teen Attitudes and Drug Use
Register here: https://www.pcsreg.com/current-trends-on-teen-attitudes-and-drug-use
This event is for parents, youth workers, volunteers, and professionals who are interested in current trends in youth tobacco, drug and alcohol use in Delaware. Join presenters Dana Holz and Rachel Ryding from the University of Delaware’s Center for Drug and Health Studies and Karen Johnston from 4-H Cooperative Extension as we kick off an information series to support National Drug Facts Week (March 22-March 26).
March 18, 2021 – 12:00-12:30
Common Household Items Surprisingly Misused by Teens
Register here: https://www.pcsreg.com/common-household-items-surprisingly-misused-by-teens
This event is for parents, youth workers, volunteers, and professionals who are interested in learning about household items that are used as drugs by middle school-aged youth and teens, and the precautions that can be taken to prevent this misuse. Join presenters from the University of Delaware’s 4-H program and Karen Johnston, Extension Educator, Cooperative Extension as we kick off an information series to support National Drug Facts Week (March 22-March 26).
March 22, 2021 – 12:00-12:30
Understanding the Addiction Process: Drugs, Games, and Gambling
Register here: https://www.pcsreg.com/understanding-the-addiction-process-drugs-games-and-gambling
The pandemic environment for middle and high school students often includes more screen time with too few opportunities for healthy socialization. A student’s school experience is focused on the computer and phone. Because it is impossible for parents and teachers to monitor what their students are actually doing on their screens day and night, this has exacerbated issues with problematic video gaming and disordered gambling among youth. This session will enlighten parents, caring adults, and youth workers with knowledge and skills related to understanding the addiction process especially as it relates to drugs, games, and gambling. As teen brains are developing, it is vital that we help youth with “good input” and help them avoid risky activities that can impact and cause harm to the developing brain. Join Judy McCormick, CPS, DCGP Director of Prevention Services for Youth, John Schmidt, Prevention Services Coordinator, and Karen Johnston, the University of Delaware 4-H as we walk through issues and options to assist teens in this ever-changing virtual landscape.
