Wilton Villager (Wilton, CT) April 26, 2012
"After hearing positive statistical data about underage drinking and drug use being on the decline, local teens and parents engaged in discussions about prevention during Wednesday's Community Conversation at Trackside Teen Center. Wilton resident Florence Johnson, who has a 14-year old daughter who attends Middlebrook School, believes it is critical for parents to lead by example.
'What kind of example do I set about adult behavior?' asked Johnson. 'If the adult behaviors that I give as an example involve alcohol, then kids are going to be more likely to think this is OK.'" Read More
Monday, April 30, 2012
Being Bullied Tied to Anxiety, Depression in Special-Needs Kids
HealthDay News, April 29, 2012
"Special-needs youth with chronic medical conditions or developmental disabilities are at risk for anxiety and depression if they're excluded, ignored or bullied by other young people, a new small study says.
It included 109 youngsters, ages 8 to 17, who were recruited during routine visits to a U.S. children's hospital. The patients and their parents completed questionnaires that screen for symptoms of anxiety and depression, and the youngsters also completed a questionnaire that asked them about bullying or exclusion by their peers." Read More
"Special-needs youth with chronic medical conditions or developmental disabilities are at risk for anxiety and depression if they're excluded, ignored or bullied by other young people, a new small study says.
It included 109 youngsters, ages 8 to 17, who were recruited during routine visits to a U.S. children's hospital. The patients and their parents completed questionnaires that screen for symptoms of anxiety and depression, and the youngsters also completed a questionnaire that asked them about bullying or exclusion by their peers." Read More
Learn About the Impact of Alcohol, Marijuana on the Brains of Teens
Watertown Patch (Watertown, CT) April 29, 2012
"Find out how alcohol and marijuana affects the brains of teens during a town hall meeting at Watertown High School on Wednesday, May 2 at 6:30 p.m.
Teens, parents, and educators of middle and high school students are invited to the event, which is sponsored by the Wayside Multi-Service Center, Watertown Youth Coalition, and Watertown Public Schools." Read More
"Find out how alcohol and marijuana affects the brains of teens during a town hall meeting at Watertown High School on Wednesday, May 2 at 6:30 p.m.
Teens, parents, and educators of middle and high school students are invited to the event, which is sponsored by the Wayside Multi-Service Center, Watertown Youth Coalition, and Watertown Public Schools." Read More
Friday, April 27, 2012
MHS Bully Busters help younger students
Reminder News (Manchester, CT) April 26, 2012
"Bullying has become much more prevalent in recent years, erupting on the news in dramatic tragedies like the shootings in Columbine and Virginia Tech, and quietly pervading local classrooms and schools. At Manchester High School, a group of student leaders has put together a group called Bully Busters that goes into elementary and middle schools using live demonstrations and teaching students how they can make a positive impact against bullying.
'I am the lead speaker when we do our presentation,' said senior Logan Welch. 'We teach the different types of bullying - relationship, physical, verbal and cyber. We teach them that if you are a bystander, you are involved, and how to be a positive bystander. We teach them positive thinking in a situation. I teach them how to brighten the room, not darken it. I also teach about the different types of bullies in a comfortable environment so they can come forward and share their own stories. We know now what works with each age group,' said Welch." Read More
"Bullying has become much more prevalent in recent years, erupting on the news in dramatic tragedies like the shootings in Columbine and Virginia Tech, and quietly pervading local classrooms and schools. At Manchester High School, a group of student leaders has put together a group called Bully Busters that goes into elementary and middle schools using live demonstrations and teaching students how they can make a positive impact against bullying.
'I am the lead speaker when we do our presentation,' said senior Logan Welch. 'We teach the different types of bullying - relationship, physical, verbal and cyber. We teach them that if you are a bystander, you are involved, and how to be a positive bystander. We teach them positive thinking in a situation. I teach them how to brighten the room, not darken it. I also teach about the different types of bullies in a comfortable environment so they can come forward and share their own stories. We know now what works with each age group,' said Welch." Read More
Torrington Police Department hosting prescription drug Take Back event Saturday
Register Citizen (Torrington, CT) April 25, 2012
"On April 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Torrington Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will give the public another opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs.
Local residents may take medications for disposal to the Torrington Police Department at 576 Main St Torrington, CT. The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked.
Last October, Americans turned in 377,080 pounds—188.5 tons—of prescription drugs at more than 5,300 sites operated by the DEA and nearly 4,000 state and local law enforcement partners. In its three previous Take Back events, DEA and its partners took in almost a million pounds—nearly 500 tons—of pills." Read More
"On April 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Torrington Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will give the public another opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs.
Local residents may take medications for disposal to the Torrington Police Department at 576 Main St Torrington, CT. The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked.
Last October, Americans turned in 377,080 pounds—188.5 tons—of prescription drugs at more than 5,300 sites operated by the DEA and nearly 4,000 state and local law enforcement partners. In its three previous Take Back events, DEA and its partners took in almost a million pounds—nearly 500 tons—of pills." Read More
Teens & Alcohol: It's Worse Than You Think
Darien Patch (Darien, CT) April 26, 2012
"This article is not going to be a gentle primer about how to find common ground with your teenager or how to be your teenager’s best friend: For professionals who work in the vortex of life, that spinning maelstrom where clients and patients, particularly teenagers, have become drinkers or drug users, there is no common ground.
Our communities must learn that no such thing exists when it comes to educating ourselves and our families about the multiple consequences of underage drinking and drug use." Read More
"This article is not going to be a gentle primer about how to find common ground with your teenager or how to be your teenager’s best friend: For professionals who work in the vortex of life, that spinning maelstrom where clients and patients, particularly teenagers, have become drinkers or drug users, there is no common ground.
Our communities must learn that no such thing exists when it comes to educating ourselves and our families about the multiple consequences of underage drinking and drug use." Read More
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
3 Guilford businesses accused of selling alcohol to minors
Shoreline Times (Guilford, CT) April 23, 2012
"Three businesses were caught selling alcohol to minors during a sweep performed by the Guilford Police Department and state Liquor Control agents last weekend, authorities said.
Splash Restaurant, The Whole Enchilada and Shoreline Wine Merchant were found in violation for allegedly selling alcohol to trained underage volunteers.
A total of 14 businesses licensed to sell or serve alcohol were visited by volunteers, where they attempted to purchase alcohol using their own valid identification and providing their actual ages if asked. The compliance checks were performed in cooperation with the Guilford Developmental Assets for Youth Coalition, The Connection Inc. Prevention Services and the Governor’s Prevention Partnership." Read More
"Three businesses were caught selling alcohol to minors during a sweep performed by the Guilford Police Department and state Liquor Control agents last weekend, authorities said.
Splash Restaurant, The Whole Enchilada and Shoreline Wine Merchant were found in violation for allegedly selling alcohol to trained underage volunteers.
A total of 14 businesses licensed to sell or serve alcohol were visited by volunteers, where they attempted to purchase alcohol using their own valid identification and providing their actual ages if asked. The compliance checks were performed in cooperation with the Guilford Developmental Assets for Youth Coalition, The Connection Inc. Prevention Services and the Governor’s Prevention Partnership." Read More
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