The fourth leading cause of death among people ages 10 to 24 is alcohol.
Advertising and other media messages play a big role in setting social standards concerning underage drinking. It has been proven that advertisements for alcoholic beverages influence current drinking behavior, as well as intentions to drink.
The above reasons are why the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA) is joining the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) in "Reach Out Now National Teach-In," a national alcohol education program that emphasizes Alcohol Awareness Month. The Teach-In includes lesson plans for schools, links to partners and resources and a listing of participating states and organizations.
CADCA encourages leaders, professionals and coalitions across the country to participate in this program to reinforce the message that alcohol is unacceptable both at school and at home.
Joining the effort to cut the use of any toxic substance among youth is Narconon Arrowhead, whose prevention program reaches tens of thousands of young people annually with anti-drug messages. Delivering truth about what drugs and alcohol do to a person's mind and body, whether legal or not, Narconon Arrowhead is one of the nation's largest and most successful education and rehabilitation program, based on the drug-free social education model developed by L. Ron Hubbard.
To find out more information, get help for a loved one in need, or to book a prevention presentation in your area, contact Narconon Arrowhead today at 1-800-468-6933 or log on to www.stopaddiction.com.
The National Teach-In will take place during the week of April 26?30. For more information on how you, your coalition or community can get involved visit, www.teachin.samhsa.gov/.
