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CAFY Parent ResourcesParent Communication
Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS)
ResearchMonitor on Psychology: That Teenage Feeling Harvard researchers may have found biological clues to quirky adolescent behavior. This article from the American Pyschological Association (APA) promotes the theory that teenage behavior has a biological basis. Substance Abuse
This guide defines the problem, discusses alcohol use in adolescents, talks about prevention and reduction of alcohol use, and provides a vision for the future.
US Department of Health and Human Services SAMHSA's Office of Applied Studies (OAS) provides the latest national data on 1) alcohol, tobacco, marijuana and other drug abuse, 2) drug-related emergency department episodes and medical examiner cases, and 3) the nation's substance abuse treatment system. When substance abuse treatment is recommended, parents can obtain the information they need by asking these questions from professionals.
From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Alcohol and Public Health, come statistics on underage drinking. In addition to stats, this site includes prevention, consequences, and references.
Westford Against Substance Abuse (WASA) maintains a Website with many substance abuse links. The goal of their organization is to educate all members of the Westford community about substance abuse. Depression
The NIMH is the lead Federal agency for research on mental and behavioral disorders. Schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, autism, and other mental disorders are serious, often life-threatening illnesses for which we need reliable diagnostic tests, new treatments, and effective strategies for prevention.
Mentalhealth.com is a free encyclopedia of mental health information created by Canadian psychiatrist, Dr. Phillip Long.
The National Mental Health Association (NMHA) is the country's oldest and largest nonprofit organization addressing all aspects of mental health and mental illness. This site includes Children's Mental Health Matters, Juvenile Justice matters, and Fact Sheets on topics ranging from depression to eating disorders to family health. WellnessActon Boxborough Wellness Website for Parents This site provides promotes student well-being and connects concerned adults with resources to support students. Explore the book lists, Website links, and the events on various wellness topics. |
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