A new policy statement developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) provides recommendations for pediatricians, media, policymakers, and government agencies with medically accurate, person-first, and nonstigmatizing terminology around substance use. Also...
Tools
Microlearning Toolkit: Vaping Prevention 101
New England PTTC, March 23, 2022 Brush up on your cannabis knowledge with this series of short lessons on vaping and prevention! Each lesson consists of a 5-10 minute video followed by a brief quiz. Topics include: effects of nicotine on the adolescent brain, public...
SAMHSA Training, TA, and Resource Initiatives
This resource is an updated list of SAMHSA training and technical assistance programs and resources available for grantees, providers, and organizations.
A Behavioral Health Emergency Plan for My Child and Family
Rhode Island Department of Behavioral Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals, 2022 Like a physical health crisis, a behavioral health crisis can be devastating for individuals, families, and communities. A Behavioral Health Crisis Plan is intended to help...
Emoji Drug Code – Decoded
Drug Enforcement Administration, 2021 The Drug Enforcement Administration is aware of drug trafficking organizations using emojis to buy and sell counterfeit pills and other illicit drugs on social media and through e-commerce. This resource helps to decode some of...
Planning and Implementing Policy, Enforcement, and Media Strategies: A User Guide
Prevention Technology Transfer Center Network, October 2020 This User Guide offers substance misuse prevention professionals working in agencies and coalitions a set of practical tools to support the implementation of three foundational environmental prevention...
Raising Children a Second Time Around – Grandfamily Support Group
Child and Family RI in collaboration with The Newport County Prevention Coalition, 2021 Child and Family RI in collaboration with The Newport County Prevention Coalition offers a support group for grandparents who are the primary caregivers to their grandchildren....
SAFE HOMES Campaign
Newport County Prevention Coalition, 2021 SAFE HOMES is a networking campaign that can provide support for parents and guardians in their efforts to have safe, healthy, drug-free homes and communities. Starting early is what makes prevention efforts work. The SAFE...
Welcome to Teen World: A Guide for Parents
Rhode Island Regional Coalitions, 2021 Welcome to a teen’s world! The teen years are a period of intense growth, not only physically but emotionally and intellectually. So it’s completely understandable that, at times, parents may have feelings of confusion,...
#MENTALHEALTHMATTERSRI Campaign
Blackstone Valley Regional Prevention Coalition, May 2021 The Blackstone Valley Regional Prevention Coalition has developed an interactive media campaign that raises awareness about mental health and substance use. The #MENTALHEALTHMATTERSRI campaign focuses on...