Key Events
 

			2020 Art For Action
2020 Art For Action
 Join us for this unique opportunity to learn how local communities are being impacted by our country’s prescription drug and ...
				
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She's All That! Conference
 

Join NCAPDA for our parent workshop offered twice during this conference:

Dose of Awareness: What EVERY Parent Needs to Know

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Involved Parents Students Protect Friends
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There are a number of ways that parents can both prevent and recognize a problem with prescription drugs.

  • Educate yourselves about prescription drug dangers and share what you learn with your children and other family members.
  • Lock up ALL medications and properly dispose of those that are expired or no longer needed.
  • Always demonstrate responsible use of ALL medications.

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 Image of students carrying booksKeep yourself and your friends safe from substance abuse of any kind, including prescription drugs:

  • Form friendships with people who aren’t abusing prescription and other drugs (including alcohol).
  • Avoid parties or other social situations where drugs and/or alcohol are likely to be involved.
  • Learn the signs of prescription drug abuse and overdose and what action to take before it’s too late.

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