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Health Hazards for Teens who Drink Alcohol

from Parents: The Antidrug | Thursday, January 19, 2006

Many Risks Connected to Alcohol Abuse Among Teens   Alcohol is a depressant that comes from organic sources including grapes, grains and berries. These fermented or are distilled into a liquid. Alcohol affects every part of the body. It is carried through the bloodstream to the brain, stomach, internal . . . read more

 

Legal, Herbal Hallucinogenic Draws Teens, Critics

by David Schaper-NPR | May 3, 2006

All Things Considered , March 20, 2006 ยท A powerful and legal hallucinogenic herb is gaining popularity among teenagers and young adults. Salvia divinorum is also raising concerns among parents and lawmakers across the . . . read more

What Parents Can Do About Teenage Alcohol and Drug Use

from Parents: The Antidrug | January 21, 2006

  You Call The Plays Research shows that parents are central to preventing teen drug use. In fact, teenagers themselves say that losing their parents' respect and trust are major reasons why they don't use drugs. Parents . . . read more

Alcohol at Home, Drugs at School

What Parents Can Do

by Mike Struna | November 22, 2005

The American Medical Association (AMA) released the results of two nationwide polls revealing how easily and often underage youth obtain alcohol.  The poll of teen's aged 13 to 18 found that nearly 50% reported having obtained alcohol . . . read more

WHERE TO GET HELP

Drug, Alcohol, Sexual Abuse Counseling

Tricia Both, PC Schools Social Worker | November 20, 2005

WHERE TO FIND HELP Local Counseling Agencies (It is always best to check with your insurance carrier first as they may have a full pay provider) Richard Mangold 815-343-1104 Mike Nelson, Licensed Clinical Social . . . read more

PCHS Hosts Heroin Prevention Assembly

November 14th at 12:45 pm

by Mike Struna | November 4, 2005

HEROIN PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AT PCHS In a recent LaSalle News Tribune article (11/3) Juan De Leon, Illinois State Police Zone 3 Task Force Commander, stated that the Illinois Valley has the most heroin-use in the 10-county . . . read more Feedback

Meth: Before and After

Take a look at this graphic comparison

by Mike Struna | October 31, 2005

  METH   SEE THE BEFORE AND AFTER   CLICK HERE read more

Drug Awareness Meeting Attracts Concerned Parents and Citizens

Community Members Discuss Issues

by Mike Struna | September 9, 2005

Approximately 100 members of the Putnam County School Community, including Board Members, parents, faculty members, community leaders and clergy, gathered at the PCHS auditorium on September 7 to discuss ATOD (alcohol, tobacco and other . . . read more

Facts About Teenage Alcohol Abuse

Student Wellness

by Mike Struna | August 9, 2005

Alcohol Facts (Source:The Marin Institute, The Weekly Reader National Survey on Drugs and Alcohol, Adolescent Substance Abuse Knowledge Base) Children who begin drinking before the age of 15 have a four times greater . . . read more

What Parents Should Know About Marijuana

Source: National Institute on Drug Abuse

by Mike Struna | September 15, 2005

Marijuana Facts Parents Need to Know                 Marijuana is the illegal drug most often used in this country.  Since 1991, lifetime marijuana . . . read more

Teenage Drug Use Down Nationally

Binge Drinking Increasing

Source: Washington Post.com | September 21, 2005

  Survey: 9 Percent Decline in Teen Drug Use   By KEVIN FREKING The Associated Press Thursday, September 8, 2005; 8:21 PM   WASHINGTON -- The percentage of Americans using illicit drugs . . . read more

TRENDs

Substance Abuse Prevention Program at PCHS

by North Central Behavioral Health Systems | September 8, 2005

  TRENDs   (Teens Review & Expand kNowledge of Drugs)     Preventing problems related to the use and abuse of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs is a vital . . . read more

FAMILY MATTERS

What Parents Can Do to Keep Children Substance Free

SOURCE: National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse (CASA) | September 8, 2005

  Family Matters! How Parents Can Help Children Remain Substance Free     Substance abuse or addiction is never about one person.  Anyone who has watched a family member . . . read more

PC Wellness Committee Meets

March & April Notes

by Tricia Both | August 11, 2005

Wellness Committee Meeting EPIC April 2, 2005   Team Members in attendance :  Tricia Both, Amy Darrah, Steve Johnson, Jane Lenkaitis, Lyn Smith & Marie Taylor Steve started out the meeting . . . read more

Another Needless Alcohol Related Death

Adult-Sponsored Party Leads to Drowning

by Mike Struna | August 28, 2005

Mother and son arrested in drowning of teen guest Cops say party hosts gave liquor to minors By Ted Gregory Tribune staff reporter Published August 28, 2005 A mother and son who hosted a party where . . . read more

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