Information, Facts, and other Random Tidbits
BACK TO SCHOOL- Information for parents and students!
NICOTINE:
Reasons people use-
- Feeling stressed, anxious, restless, or bored ( or any uncomfortable feeling)
- Feeling happy or excited
- Being in a social situation
- Feeling satisfied after a meal
- Spending time with friends who use
- Drinking coffee or any other beverage
- During class/work breaks
- Driving in your car
Coping skills:
-Staying busy/distracted
-Drinking more water
-Breathing through cravings
-Go for a walk
-Identify and understand your triggers (list above)
-Build relationships- talk with someone
-Develop a new routine
-Set Goals
All things that help with stopping Nicotine Use!
Other resources:
-Do you want to quit Nicotine for good? Check out this FREE resource . Are you worried about nicotine withdrawal? Check out these tips to help manage it.
-ZYN Nicotine Pouches are becoming more popular for youth, please check out this article for more information on this product. Want to QUIT nicotine? Here is a FREE online resource
Nicotine and other substances:
Nicotine and other substances
CANNABIS:
Check out this webinar: "Cannabis Use in Adolescence: What Parents Need to Know."
ALCOHOL:
Check out "Preventing Underage Drinking: A Guide for Parents & Caregivers" from the California Department of Public Health for parents and caregivers to help prevent underage drinking and other drug use. The guide provides information and behaviors to implement that will help children navigate away from underage drinking and other drug use.
FOR PARENTS:
Please check out this “Operation Parent” website for TONS of FREE webinars for parents on prevention, teen wellness, and parenting teens
Local Resources-
Clara Martin Center - Community Mental Health Agency
- Crisis Line- (800) 639-6360
- 11 Main Office Line- (802) -728-4466
Gifford Medical Center - Local Hospital
- Main Line- (802)- 728-7000
988-Suicide & Crisis -
- Phone or text- 988
- Chat- 988lifeline.org