Rhode Island Department of Health, 2012 This brief examines differences in health risks for high school students who have or have not been bullied, and whether those risks have improved or worsened over time (2009-2011).
Factsheets
Sexual Orientation and Health Risks among RI High School Students
Rhode Island Department of Health, 2014 This Health By Numbers article highlights RI High School data from the 2011 and 2013 Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS).
Marijuana Facts Parents Need to Know
National Institute on Drug Abuse This Q&A style document is targeted to help parents understand how to prevent their child from using marijuana. English Version | Spanish Version
E-Cigarettes Fact Sheet
American Lung Foundation This factsheet defines an electronic cigarette, highlights the populations utilizing them, and describes the negative health consequences of their use.
Electronic Cigarettes (E-Cigarettes), Tobacco Fact Sheet
Legacy Foundation This factsheet outlines the background, prevalence, safety, regulation, and concerns surrounding electronic cigarette use.
Drug Guide for Parents Chart
The Partnership at Drugfree.org This is a guide is designed to inform parents about the dangers, street names, signs of abuse, and other details regarding drug abuse.
Marijuana: Facts for Teens
National Institute on Drug Abuse This is a marijuana factsheet for teenagers.
NIDA for Teens: Facts on Drugs
Website that is a resource for teenagers to learn about all of the facts and risks that are related to drug use.
Molly Fact Sheet
Rhode Island Prevention Resource Center (RIPRC) This factsheet provides information about the recent use of "molly" in youth populations including: its street names, dangers, and prevention methods.
Underage Tobacco Use Fact Sheet
Rhode Island Prevention Resource Center (RIPRC) This factsheet highlights the very high rates of tobacco use before the legal age of 18, while also providing information on the associated health risks and tips on prevention.