Shared from the CADCA blog post. Two alarming studies were released recently that highlight the association between cannabis use and serious health concerns. One study, published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, analyzed the information from over 4.6 million individual health records and found that cannabis users were six times more likely …
Substance use among teens often increases during school breaks. Research shows that substance abuse spikes during school vacations, especially in the summer and winter. This trend stands out compared to school months, where structure and daily routines create natural barriers. In contrast, vacation periods remove those boundaries, leaving more time for risky choices. Many young …
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Beth Regan, Fallon County Fallon Fallon County Prevention Specialist, Beth Regan, set up a table at the Baker Jam basketball tournament providing supplies for children, families and teams to make posters supporting their favorite team or player. A new feature this year was a wheel that players could spin. Whatever number the wheel stopped at …
Anita Wotkyns, Ravalli County In conjunction with several Ravalli County organizations, including SAFE, Bitterroot Discovery Children’s Museum, The Bitterroot Cares Prevention Coalition, and many others, we held a community family event entitled, “Go Bluey/Denim Day.” This all-day event will support the prevention messaging of National Child Abuse Prevention Month (known in Montana as Strengthening Families …
Vivian Webb, Blaine County Vivian hosted a “Father/Daughter Dance,” for the youth and parents, creating family bonding, great memories and fun for all. This event was so cute, to see the smiles and glowing faces from them was priceless! The father’s stepped up and made this a memorable night for their daughters. It was grand! …
Marcia McDonald, Golden Valley County Marcia delivered senior yard signs to several of her schools. Photos are from Lavina. Superintendent Nicole Hanson was so appreciative. They rounded up some of the seniors for a photo. They also invited her to help put the signs out in front on their school. It was a great day for …
We had a great regional training (as evidenced by your evaluations) focusing on sustainability. There’s so much good evidence-based work happening across the state. Yay! Jody always needs her huckleberry shake! The beautiful …
Gina Lamb, Phillips/Valley Counties Phillips County hosted State of Mind in Malta earlier in April, a free theatre and public dialogue event that is visiting over 20 Montana communities between September 2024 and May 2026. The project aims to address the mental and behavioral health crisis in Montana by using theatre and creative arts to …
Creating a Supportive Home Environment for Teen Mental Health Teens deal with school pressure, social stress, and constant online noise. Your home can help ease that load. Creating a supportive home environment for teen mental health doesn’t mean overhauling everything. It’s about making small, steady changes that help your teen feel heard, respected, and safe. …
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Gina Lamb, Phillips/Valley Counties Phillips County kicked off Mental Health Awareness Month with an evening Walk at the Malta High School Football Field, in collaboration with the Malta Elementary School’s Family Safety Night. Walk registrants wrote positive messages on white paper bags that were used as luminaries throughout the event. Volunteers offered ParentingMontana.org information along …
