PREVENTION IS THE ANSWER: THE ONE VOICE FOR SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION IN NORTH CAROLINA

Preventing Underage Drinking

Posted: October 22nd, 2012
From the October 22, 2012 SAMHSA Blog
Written By: Frances M. Harding, Director, Center for Substance Abuse Prevention

Make a Commitment to Prevent Underage Drinking During National Substance Abuse Prevention Month

October is National Substance Abuse Prevention Month, a time for all of us to take a closer look at what we—as organizations, communities, families, and individuals—can do to prevent substance abuse.  SAMHSA applauds this observance, which is focused on preventing substance abuse before it starts and recognizing everyone who has been affected by this issue… (READ MORE HERE)

Preventing underage drinking takes orchestrated efforts and individual commitment. During National Substance Abuse Prevention Month, join with SAMHSA to forge new partnerships to expand our reach and successes. I invite you to sign and share SAMHSA’s Prevention Pledge, find and distribute resources for prevention professionals and individuals alike, and lead by example and model healthy behaviors for those around you of all ages.

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