#YouthLeadingPrevention Video Challenge

National Prevention Week is May 9-15

In honor of National Prevention Week’s 10^th anniversary, SAMHSA wants to highlight the outstanding prevention impacts that have been achieved, with an emphasis on youth leading prevention efforts.
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Bertrand B's story

"Due to my recovery, I have found meaning in my life. I get to show up for my family, play a meaningful role in the lives of my brothers and sister, and most importantly my nieces and nephews."

Bertrand started misusing substances when he was only 9 years old. Today he is in recovery and works as an advocate for young people.
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Watch: Learn About Stimulants

Using illegal stimulants or misusing the prescription stimulants can lead to high blood pressure and can potentially cause a stroke. Learn more by watching this video.
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Marijuana FAQs

Are you looking for accurate info about marijuana online? We've pulled together a few of the most frequently asked questions about weed and answered them. Read More
Five Quick Facts: Carfentanil

Carfentanil is a dangerous new factor in the nation’s opioid crisis. But how much do you know about it? Here are five quick facts about the drug. Read More

Living Drug Free

Are You Ready for Some Socially Distant Fun?

While there may be a few activities that aren’t available due to the pandemic, there are still a lot of socially distant ways to have fun with Read More
Dealing with Peer Pressure

How can you get away from constant, everyday pressure from your friends or schoolmates? Check out a few ideas.
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Question of the Week

PSA: Little Monsters

The University of Miami is one of the two schools that won first place in the 2020 Red Ribbon Week Campus PSA Contest! Read More
Miss America Camille Schrier's JustThinkTwice.com PSA

During this public service announcement, Miss America Camille Schrier tells us that choosing to be drug free makes you a real leader. Read More
PSA: Challenge the Perceptions We See

North Dakota State College of Science is one of the two schools that won first place in the 2020 Red Ribbon Week Campus PSA Contest! Read More