Westport Magazine (Westport, CT) August 25, 2012
"Too many people know that the emotional scars of bullying sink deep. When it comes to bullying, teenagers and children suffer too often in silence. Often, the victims of bullying are scared to speak up. Or worse—when they do, no one will listen. It seemed that society was all-too-happy to hide behind platitudes like 'kids will be kids' and 'get over it.' That is, until a rash of bullying-related suicides forced the nation to take a closer look at the problem. Now, the importance of combatting bullying has come to the forefront of national discussion." Read More
Monday, August 27, 2012
Durham and Middlefield Awarded $125,000 Drug-Free Grant
Durham-Middlefield Patch (Durham, CT) August 25, 2012
"The Durham Middlefield Local Wellness Council has been awarded a $125,000 Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program grant.
The federal grant will be used to engage with the local community and prevent substance abuse among youth, according to U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-3rd Dist.), who made the announcement Friday.
'The future of America is largely dependent on the ability of young people to make decisions that will help keep them healthy and safe,' DeLauro said." Read More
"The Durham Middlefield Local Wellness Council has been awarded a $125,000 Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program grant.
The federal grant will be used to engage with the local community and prevent substance abuse among youth, according to U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-3rd Dist.), who made the announcement Friday.
'The future of America is largely dependent on the ability of young people to make decisions that will help keep them healthy and safe,' DeLauro said." Read More
Survey: 17% of high schoolers drink, smoke, use drugs during school day
WTNH News-8 (New Haven, CT) August 22, 2012
"About 17% of American high school students drink, smoke or use drugs during the school day, a new survey by the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University says.
It's no surprise to their classmates, either: 86% say they know the 2.8 million who are abusing substances during the day, according to the latest version of the center's annual back-to-school survey . The estimate is based on information gleaned from telephone interviews with about 1,000 kids ages 12 to 17." Read More
"About 17% of American high school students drink, smoke or use drugs during the school day, a new survey by the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University says.
It's no surprise to their classmates, either: 86% say they know the 2.8 million who are abusing substances during the day, according to the latest version of the center's annual back-to-school survey . The estimate is based on information gleaned from telephone interviews with about 1,000 kids ages 12 to 17." Read More
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Yale study: Marijuana may really be gateway drug
CT Post (Bridgeport, CT) August 21, 2012
"Anti-drug advocates who have admonished for years that marijuana is a "gateway drug" may be on to something, according to a study by Yale University School of Medicine researchers. But the executive director of the state chapter of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws dismissed the findings as 'just another propaganda study.'
The Yale study, which appears online in the Journal of Adolescent Health, showed that alcohol, cigarettes and marijuana were associated with an increased likelihood of prescription drug abuse in men 18 to 25. In women of that age, only marijuana use was linked with a higher likelihood of prescription drug abuse." Read More
"Anti-drug advocates who have admonished for years that marijuana is a "gateway drug" may be on to something, according to a study by Yale University School of Medicine researchers. But the executive director of the state chapter of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws dismissed the findings as 'just another propaganda study.'
The Yale study, which appears online in the Journal of Adolescent Health, showed that alcohol, cigarettes and marijuana were associated with an increased likelihood of prescription drug abuse in men 18 to 25. In women of that age, only marijuana use was linked with a higher likelihood of prescription drug abuse." Read More
An Outstretched Hand and a Firm Grip on the Future
The Huffington Post, August 20, 2012
"It would be hard to refute the assertion that 'mentorship helps at-risk children.' That's a simple concept to appreciate, and one that has impressive statistics to back it up.
But even given my childhood experience of trauma and struggle and the strength my mentors provided me, I had no idea then the difference a role model could make and how blind to race, gender and socio-economic level the issue truly is. As Miss America, these last eight months of travel have allowed me to see the influence that mentors have on a child's life and now I remain more committed than ever to share my story." Read More
"It would be hard to refute the assertion that 'mentorship helps at-risk children.' That's a simple concept to appreciate, and one that has impressive statistics to back it up.
But even given my childhood experience of trauma and struggle and the strength my mentors provided me, I had no idea then the difference a role model could make and how blind to race, gender and socio-economic level the issue truly is. As Miss America, these last eight months of travel have allowed me to see the influence that mentors have on a child's life and now I remain more committed than ever to share my story." Read More
The Governor’s Prevention Partnership Offers Parent Tips To Ease Stress As Kids Head Back-To-School
East Haven Patch (East Haven, CT) August 21, 2012
"Children and parents can face many challenges as the transition to back-to-school takes place. Often times, the new school year can mean heightened stress for children as they adjust to new friends, new teachers, a return to homework, and new and harder classes. Getting back into the swing of things can be tough, even for the most resilient kids and parents. Many parents, with busy work schedules and never-ending to-do lists, end up not finding the time to talk to their children about the upcoming school year and how to deal with the challenges they may be facing.
'It is crucial for parents to make time to talk with their children everyday after school to really get in touch with them,' said Jill K. Spineti, President and CEO of The Governor’s Prevention Partnership. 'Opening up that line of communication with a child is essential to making sure they are dealing with their stress in a safe and healthy way and for building a trusting relationship so they can turn to their parents when there is a problem. There’s no doubt that children who are supported by caring parents and adults are more likely to succeed.'" Read More
"Children and parents can face many challenges as the transition to back-to-school takes place. Often times, the new school year can mean heightened stress for children as they adjust to new friends, new teachers, a return to homework, and new and harder classes. Getting back into the swing of things can be tough, even for the most resilient kids and parents. Many parents, with busy work schedules and never-ending to-do lists, end up not finding the time to talk to their children about the upcoming school year and how to deal with the challenges they may be facing.
'It is crucial for parents to make time to talk with their children everyday after school to really get in touch with them,' said Jill K. Spineti, President and CEO of The Governor’s Prevention Partnership. 'Opening up that line of communication with a child is essential to making sure they are dealing with their stress in a safe and healthy way and for building a trusting relationship so they can turn to their parents when there is a problem. There’s no doubt that children who are supported by caring parents and adults are more likely to succeed.'" Read More
Monday, August 20, 2012
Parents Allowing Even a Sip of Wine at Dinner Are Putting Their Child at Risk of Alcoholism
Medical Daily, August 16, 2012
"Introducing your child to alcohol before they become of age could be putting them at risk for alcoholism in adulthood.
While many adults believe that allowing their children to have a sip of alcohol at home under supervision is a healthy way to encourage responsible drinking, a new study from Yale University has found the opposite.
In fact, a new study published in the journal Alcoholism: Clinical & Experimental Research, found that the younger people are when they have their first drink, the more likely they are to develop problems with drinking in adulthood." Read More
"Introducing your child to alcohol before they become of age could be putting them at risk for alcoholism in adulthood.
While many adults believe that allowing their children to have a sip of alcohol at home under supervision is a healthy way to encourage responsible drinking, a new study from Yale University has found the opposite.
In fact, a new study published in the journal Alcoholism: Clinical & Experimental Research, found that the younger people are when they have their first drink, the more likely they are to develop problems with drinking in adulthood." Read More
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