The most powerful ingredient in creating drug-free kids and safe, healthy neighborhoods is great parenting. And one of the best ways to be a great parent is also one of the simplest. Be involved and stay involved! That’s the concept behind Family Day – Be Involved. Stay Involved™. The National Center on Addiction and Substance
The Denver Resource for Awareness and Prevention (Denver RAP) was developed by the Denver Office of Drug Strategy (DODS) in 2011 to help meet the overwhelming need for substance abuse prevention information, education and other resources in Denver. Denver RAP provides information and resources on youth drinking and other substance abuse topics to parents, youth,
That chill in the air, the leaves turning from dark green to gold and crimson, and the sound of football practice and marching band rehearsal in the distance can only mean one thing. Homecoming season is just around the corner. This is a time of great celebration and meaning for many high school students, both
As a parent, there are going to be times when you need help discussing issues both big and small. That’s why we created the Parent Toolkit with ideas on how to start talking to your child about underage drinking and marijuana use. You are the most important person in your child’s life. The more you talk with your kids about
You’ve rented your tux or picked out your dress, bought your flowers, and if you played your cards right you even have a date. Now is when the fun begins. But this is also when the peer pressure starts to ramp up, with invitations to pre-parties, after parties, and sneak-away-to-the-parking-lot parties. You’re about to start
But remember – you can take the most ridiculous, misinformed, just plain wrong “information,” and dress it up in a slick Website. If you’re not an expert, this can make obvious misinformation seem like real, scientifically accurate, clinically sound advice. It isn’t always obvious what information to trust, and how to make that decision. To help
Everybody knows choosing not to drink is good for your grades, and good for your health. But did you know it’s also good for your social life? Have fun with the 85% of your schoolmates who have chosen NOT to drink. That’s right. According to the most recent Healthy Kids Colorado Survey, an overwhelming majority
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The d-RAP Youth Council is a youth led, youth driven group dedicated to improving and enhancing the health and well-being of Denver teens and the people who love them. Come together for healthier, safer choices. Our goal is to help you get together with other kids who also want to improve their schools and communities
