About Our KidsThis web site from the New York University's Child Study Center is dedicated to advancing the field of mental health for children and their families through evidence-based practice, science, and education. With an emphasis on early diagnosis and intervention, a multi-disciplinary team of professionals translates scientific developments and procedures into everyday techniques for parents, educators, pediatricians, and other mental health professionals. Above the InfluenceThis site is created for the National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign, a program of the Office of National Drug Control Policy. Its goal is to help teens stand up to negative pressures or influences, including the pressure to use drugs, pills, and alcohol. Adolescent Directory On-Line (ADOL)ADOL is an electronic guide to information on adolescent issues. It is a service of the Center for Adolescent Studies at Indiana University. Teens can use ADOL to find resources on a variety of topics, including alcohol and other drugs, violence prevention, peer mediation, eating disorders, depression, obesity, AIDS, sexuality, and acne. Advocates for YouthRecognized internationally as a leading resource on teen pregnancy and HIV prevention, this organization's web site offers information, training, and resources for professionals and youth. Alcohol ScreeningThis brief questionnaire generates personalized results based on age, gender, and drinking patterns. All responses are confidential and anonymous. Alliance of Boulder County on Tobacco and HealthThe Alliance of Boulder County on Tobacco and Health is comprised of citizens and organizations in Boulder County, Colorado, to address the many facets of the tobacco problem in area communities. American Council for Drug Education (ACDE)ACDE is a substance abuse prevention and education agency that develops programs and materials based on the most current scientific research on drug use and its impact on society. This site provides authoritative information on tobacco, alcohol, and drugs such as Marijuana, Cocaine, and Heroin. Campaign for Tobacco-Free KidsThe Campaign is the nation's largest non-governmental initiative designed to protect children from tobacco addiction and exposure to secondhand smoke. Advocacy programs and special events include Kick Butts Day and the Youth Advocates of the Year Awards. Center for Substance Abuse Research (CESAR)CESAR provides substance abuse-related information to policymakers, practitioners, and the general public. Sign up for the free CESAR Fax, a Monday morning email or fax of timely substance abuse trends and issues. Center for the Study and Prevention of Violence (CSPV)CSPV was founded in 1992 to provide informed assistance to groups committed to understanding and preventing violence, particularly adolescent violence. The Safe Schools section provides facts about school violence and the effectiveness of prevention and intervention programs. Children, Youth, and Families Education and Research NetworkPractical, research-based information for parents, teachers, and youth workers is offered on this easy-to-use site. The Teens section includes information and resources on alcohol, tobacco, and drugs; talking to teens about risk behaviors; and conflict resolution and youth violence prevention. Colorado School Safety Resource CenterThe Colorado School Safety Resource Center (CSSRC) was created by State legislation in 2008 and provides free consultation, resources, training, and technical assistance to schools and local agencies. Comprehensive Health Education Foundation (CHEF)The mission of CHEF is to promote health and quality of life through education. CHEF is a nonprofit organization that was founded in 1974 and supports schools and other youth organizations throughout the country with innovative curricula, training, resources, and conferences. Many of these topics are featured on their web site. Family EducationFamily Education is sponsored by the Learning Network. The Teen section offers tips on communication, health, fitness, safety, dating, and money. Parents can access homework help, parenting tips, and expert advice from teachers and therapists. Giraffe ProjectThis organization locates, commends, and publicizes individuals who stick their necks out for the common good. The Project is also the source of The Giraffe Heroes Program: K-12 materials that give youth real heroes and guide students into lives of courage, caring, and involvement in their communities. Health IssuesTeenGrowth.com is an interactive web site, providing a secure destination where teens can ask questions and find reliable, useful health care information on subjects such as peer pressure, club drugs, alcohol, puberty, and stress. All content is provided and reviewed by board-certified physicians. Internet SafetyThe Internet Safety Foundation (ISF) was created to raise public awareness about the issue of online safety for children and to serve as a clearinghouse for resources, software, and information to increase the safe use of the Internet by children. In addition to providing information via the Internet, the ISF assists with Internet safety training through live presentations, speaker connections, podcasts, software, and written materials. Join TogetherJoin Together is a national resource center for communities that are working to reduce and prevent substance abuse and gun violence. This web site features news articles, resource listings, in-depth feature stories, and other fully-searchable documents dating back to 1994. Keys to Safer SchoolsThis organization assists schools in enhancing student safety through trainings, information, and materials that present minimal requirements of time and effort. Their literature and trainings are aimed at students, parents, teachers, administrators, law enforcement officials, and others involved with young people. Click on the Free Services link for complimentary resources. Kids HealthNumerous in-depth articles, games, and resources are available on this accurate, up-to-date web site. Physicians approve and translate health information into easy-to-understand language for parents, kids, and teens. Check out the Hot Topics section for breaking news in children's and teens’ health and medical research. Leadership to Keep Children Alcohol FreeLeadership is a unique initiative to prevent the use of alcohol by children ages 9 to 15; it is the only national effort that focuses on alcohol use in this age group. Leadership publications are designed to facilitate the implementation of alcohol-use prevention programs, are available on their web site, and may be reproduced without permission.
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Love & LogicThis approach provides practical tools and techniques to help adults achieve respectful, healthy relationships with their children. Mental Health America (MHA)Formerly known as the National Mental Health Association, MHA offers fact sheets, pamphlets, discussion boards, and resources on mental health. It also sponsors the depression screening web site, http://www.depression-screening.org/, which offers a free and confidential tool for people to get screened for symptoms of depression. Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)MADD is a non-profit, grass roots organization that looks for effective solutions to stop drunk driving, support the victims of this crime, and prevent underage drinking. National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC)NCPC is a national nonprofit educational organization dedicated to creating safer and more caring communities by addressing the causes of violence and reducing the opportunities for crime to occur. Since 1980, NCPC has been symbolized by McGruff the Crime Dog® and the "Take A Bite Out Of Crime" slogan. National Inhalant Prevention Coalition (NIPC)NIPC serves as an inhalant referral and information clearinghouse, develops informational materials, and coordinates national inhalant education and awareness campaigns designed to educate youth and adults about the effects of these gateway drugs. National Social Norms Resource CenterOpened on July 1, 2000, the National Social Norms Resource Center supports, promotes, and provides technical assistance in the application of the social norms approach to a broad range of health, safety, and social justice issues, including alcohol-related risk reduction and the prevention of tobacco abuse. Olweus Bullying Prevention ProgramThis whole-school program is aimed at preventing or reducing bullying throughout a school setting. It is designed to improve peer relations and make schools more positive, safe places for students to learn. Parent Engagement Network (PEN)PEN is a parent-led grassroots community movement that has received local and national attention for its interactive, positive approach to parent engagement. PEN has presented its successful model to national, state, and local groups, such as the Department of Education, Search Institute, Parent Corps, and Assets for Colorado Youth. Parents: the Anti-DrugTheantidrug.com provides parents and other adult caregivers with strategies and tips on raising healthy, drug-free children. Parents can choose to subscribe to The Anti-Drug Parenting Tips E-mail free-of-charge. Partnership for a Drug-Free AmericaVisit this site to locate drug information, news, and parenting resources. Click on Help for Parents for tips on initiating a conversation about drugs, signs and symptoms of drug use, and helping a child who is using drugs. Rocky Mountain Center for Health Promotion and Education (RMC)This private nonprofit corporation provides training, technical assistance, and resources to teachers who are charged with implementing school health education programs. Within Colorado, RMC has trained teachers from over 75% of the school districts. SAFE2TELLSafe2Tell® provides young people a way to report any threatening behaviors or activities endangering themselves or someone they know, in a way that keeps them safe and anonymous. Office of Safe and Healthy StudentsFormerly known as the Office of Safe and Drug-Free Schools, the Office of Safe and Healthy Students was created on September 26, 2011, to improve school environments and support children’s learning, health, and well-being. Safety ClicksThis site, sponsored by America Online Inc. and the National School Boards Foundation, promotes online safety and includes interactive games and information for children, parents and educators. Search InstituteSearch Institute is an independent, nonprofit, nonsectarian organization whose mission is to advance the well-being of adolescents and children. Stay Safe OnlineThis site offers tips and advice on basic internet safety, online gaming, cyberbullying and harassment, social networking, and mobile devices. Street DrugsThis site offers a thorough database of drug information for parents, teachers, students, and law enforcement officers. The Drug Index page lists numerous current illegal drugs of abuse: hallucinogens, stimulants, depressants, narcotics, cannabis, inhalants, alcohol, and tobacco. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)SAMHSA was established by Congress in 1992 to provide prevention, diagnosis, and treatment services for substance abuse and mental illnesses. SAMHSA serves as the umbrella under which substance abuse and mental health service centers are housed, including the Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS), the Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP), and the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment (CSAT). Treatment Facility LocatorThis searchable directory shows the location of facilities that treat alcoholism, alcohol abuse, and drug abuse problems. It includes more than 11,000 treatment programs for marijuana, cocaine, and heroin addiction, as well as drug and alcohol treatment programs for adolescents and adults. Truth About TobaccoTheTruth.com provides objective information for teens written by other teens. Its mission is to provide honest information about nicotine addiction, tobacco marketing and promotional campaigns, and the effects of tobacco on the body. Warning SignsThis web site contains a list of warning signs that children may exhibit if they are experimenting with drugs or alcohol, or are at risk of doing so. Prevention tips, on-line resources, and a drug awareness quiz are included.
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