Be The Parents

Idaho's statewide underage drinking prevention campaign - helping Idaho parents understand the risks of underage drinking and how to prevent it.

[Be The Parents @BeTheParents]

Research shows that positive parent-child communication builds stronger bonds and can prevent youth substance use. So keep up your efforts to “get to know” your child, ask open-ended questions and spark fun discussions. Order a free deck of Convo Cards at https://t.co/WcYfICZPp5

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As a parent or caregiver, it’s important to be able to answer our kid’s tough questions, and start the tough conversations. Open conversations and awareness can help prevent underage drinking. Resources at: https://t.co/mOIz5a8B1Z #betheparents #AlcoholAwarenessMonth

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Alcohol-related ER visit costs increased 272%.

Alcohol misuse impacts families, communities, and healthcare systems.

Prevention matters. Conversations with kids matter even more.

#AlcoholAwarenessMonth #ProofIsInTheNumbers

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#AlcoholAwarenessMonth, and year-round, download free evidence-based resources on alcohol misuse prevention, treatment, and recovery support from the SAMHSA library: https://t.co/qCTJkvPgcl
#AlcoholAwarenessMonth #BeTheParents #ProofIsInTheNumbers

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Alcohol doesn’t just affect the person drinking. It affects everyone.

People living in communities with stronger alcohol safeguards are 41% less likely to experience physical harm from someone else’s drinking.

#AlcoholAwarenessMonth #ProofIsInTheNumbers

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Binge drinkers are 2x more likely to misuse prescription opioids.

Alcohol and prescription opioids are a dangerous mix.

Talking about alcohol helps prevent bigger risks.

#AlcoholAwarenessMonth #ProofIsInTheNumbers

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Drinking and driving isn’t just risky. It’s deadly.

Every 42 minutes, someone in the U.S. dies because of alcohol-impaired driving.

Not talking about alcohol still sends a message.
Start the conversation. 📢 #AlcoholAwarenessMonth #ProofIsInTheNumbers

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Marijuana can affect memory and learning for up to 28 days. Frequent use is linked to school challenges and lower graduation rates. Be The Parents is helping Idaho families protect teens' potential.
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Marijuana use before age 18 increases the risk of future opioid misuse. Be The Parents supports early prevention strategies to keep our communities healthy and safe.
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Driving under the influence of marijuana is dangerous and illegal. Be The Parents encourages families to talk about the real risks of driving high.
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🧘Your attitude sets the stage for any conversation, so when discussing underage drinking with your tween, having a calm and positive attitude is crucial. Here are some strategies for how to stay calm and exhibit positivity during these conversations: https://t.co/3QHCLCNNOx

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🗓️ Save the date! This Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Clean out your medicine cabinet and safely dispose of unused or expired medications at a location near you.
Find a drop-off site: Take Back Day
#TakeBackDay #SafeDisposal #BeTheParents #Idaho

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Teens who see their parents prioritize breakfast are more likely to make healthy choices. Start your mornings together! #EatTogetherIdaho

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Parents and caregivers: Help your teens have a healthy start to school. Creating regular opportunities to talk with your teens can have a big impact on their health and well-being. Find tips from @CDC_DASH for starting the conversation. https://t.co/paa09aMSD4 #BackToSchooParents and caregivers: Help your teens have a healthy start to school. Creating regular opportunities to talk with your teens can have a big impact on their health and well-being. Find tips from @CDC_DASH for starting the conversation. https://t.co/paa09aMSD4 #BackToSchooParents and caregivers: Help your teens have a healthy start to school. Creating regular opportunities to talk with your teens can have a big impact on their health and well-being. Find tips from @CDC_DASH for starting the conversation. https://t.co/paa09aMSD4 #BackToSchooParents and caregivers: Help your teens have a healthy start to school. Creating regular opportunities to talk with your teens can have a big impact on their health and well-being. Find tips from @CDC_DASH for starting the conversation. https://t.co/paa09aMSD4 #BackToSchool

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Today is Fentanyl Awareness & Prevention Day. Parents and care givers are a pivotal influence on youth’s experimentation & use of substances. Use the Parent Toolkit from #OperationPrevention to join the conversation and start a discussion with your family. https://t.co/iwQ4pSZzFp

[Idaho Office of Drug Policy @IdahoDrugPolicy]

Tomorrow, August 21st, is national Fentanyl Prevention & Awareness Day. Join us in raising awareness on the dangers of fentanyl and remembering those lost to illicit fentanyl poisoning.
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[Ask, Listen, Learn @AskListenLearn]

Do you ever get tired of saying “NO” to your students or kids? As #AlcoholResponsibilityMonth comes to a close, we came up with a few great ways to say “YES” as we inch towards summer break. Check them out!
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[Idaho Office of Drug Policy @IdahoDrugPolicy]

Do you know how to properly dispose of unused or expired prescriptions? National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week is a great opportunity to test your knowledge and get smart about drugs. Take the @DEAHQ Proper Drug Disposal Quiz at https://t.co/W6gCEbIgud #NDAFW