Despite the increase in national conversations about mental health, early childhood mental health has been largely ignored or misunderstood. With increased understanding, we can do more to help very young children and their families build a solid foundation and...
Resources
Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) Training Series
SPTAC's Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) training series is now available! This interactive training focuses on the steps of the SPF, planning, with practical guidance on prioritizing risk and protective factors, developing outcome statements, selecting prevention...
Ongoing List of SUD Recovery Events
Prevent Overdose RI operates a thorough list of Recovery-focused events in Rhode Island. Access their recovery calendar here.
Environmental Scans of Hemp-Derived THC & CBD Beverage Retail Environments
This report was published by RI BHDDH using data from the Southern Providence, Blackstone Valley, Kent County, East Bay, Newport County, And South County Prevention Coalitions. The report describes the environmental scan methodology, findings, and implications for...
Longitudinal neurocognitive trajectories in a large cohort of youth who use cannabis: combining self-report and toxicology
Recent (April 2026) paper on the impact of cannabis on neurocognitive development among adolescents. Access the resource here.
Problem Gambling Prevention Toolkit
EDC and The Omni Institute (Omni) have recently published a new toolkit focused on problem gambling prevention, An Introduction to the Essential Elements for an Effective Problem Gambling Framework: A Strategic Decision Support Tool. The tool is designed to guide...
Alliance for Nonprofit Impact
Alliance for Nonprofit Impact, powered by United Way Rhode Island, has many advocacy resources available. Users can learn about the fundamentals of advocacy and Rhode Island-specific information. Access the resource here.
Health-Promoting Relationships Paradigm Toolkit
This toolkit focuses on cultivating protective beliefs in youth ages 11-18. There is content specific to families, educators, coalitions, justice-involved professionals, coaches, and healthcare professionals. Access the toolkit here.
Talking to Teens about Cannabis
This guide, developed by PTTC, provides guidance on having conversations with teens and youth about cannabis. The guide focuses on self-reflection and draws on evidence-based practices like Motivational Interviewing. Learn more and access the guide here.
CDC Free Mind
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Free Mind campaign is a national youth-focused resource that raises awareness about the connection between mental health and substance use. Designed primarily for teens ages 12–17 and the adults who support them, the...