Youth in Crisis

Addiction & Substance Abuse

Substance Abuse Summit Response
Ideas for promoting substance abuse prevention

Iowa Drug Trends and Resources newsletter 2010
Statistics of the most commonly abused drugs in Iowa

Talking About Prescription Drug Misuse
A brochure about misused prescription and over-the-counter drugs.

Talking to Kids About Prescription Drug Abuse
A guide for talking to kids about prescription drugs

Drug Endangered Children
Resources to help children who may suffer harm or neglect from exposure to illegal drugs and dangerous environments. 

The Power of a Grandparentndparent
A guide for talking to grandchildren about drugs

Grandparents Days
Celebrated the first Sunday after Labor Day to encourage grandchildren to tap the wisdom and heritage of their grandparents

Red Ribbon Week
Information about this week designated for people to unite and take a visible stand against substance abuse.

Partnership @DrugFreeIowa.org
Programs, partners and resources to build a healthier Iowa by preventing substance abuse.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Alateen

Center for Substance Abuse Treatment Referral Helpline
800-662-HELP (800-662-4357)

Bullying & Cyberbullying

Stomp Out Bullying
This national campaign against bullying and cyberbullying offers resources, wrist bands, and an opportunity to commit to fight bullying.

Love is Louder
This ‘Love is Louder” movement is sponsored by MTV and the JED Foundation.

The Congregation’s Responsibility to Address Bullying
A Living Lutheran article with suggestions of how congregations can prevent to bullying

PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center