Drug Use
12.13.23 News Release from the NIDA
Reported drug use among adolescents continued to hold below pre-pandemic levels in 2023… yet overdose death rates among teens have risen in recent years.
Read ArticleThe Safe and Sober Impact
In our 19-year quest to prevent substance misuse, we've delivered our Safe and Sober messages to hundreds of thousands of teens throughout Missouri and around the country.
Our goal is to improve the futures for young people, one good decision at a time. Here's how we do it:
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Impacting Students
We mix real-life stories with evidence-based education on the dangers of alcohol, drugs, impaired driving, and related risky behaviors. Our focus on accountability arms them with the tools they need to make healthy choices..
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Supporting Educators
Great content - any way you need it. Every school is unique, and our program is designed for maximum flexibility. Whether presenting to the whole school or a single classroom, our programs are adaptable to any learning situation.
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Helping Parents
From talking points about alcohol and drugs, to recognizing depression or anxiety in teens, our Parent Resources section always features great content. Each tool and article selected addresses specific issues today's parents face.
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Improving Communities
In addition to partnering with traditional public and private school systems, we provide our no-cost resources to other non-profits and community-based organizations that work with at-risk youth.
28.3%
Nationwide decrease in under-21 drunk driving fatalities since 2009.
43%
of polled teachers presented Safe and Sober in their home classroom. Only 19% of schools used an assembly format in 2020-21.
200K
Safe and Sober pledges taken by Missouri students during our 16 years.
100%
of surveyed teachers would recommend Safe and Sober to a fellow educator.
Insights
Educators make Safe and Sober happen in our schools, and we couldn't do this without them.
For budget-strapped schools battling substance misuse, keeping kids on-track is an all-hands-on-deck effort. Our school contacts include teachers, counselors, principals, coaches, and resource officers. We're proud to support every individual that works with students to prevent substance misuse.
Read more about the impact we're having on students.
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Substance Misuse Prevention Month
During October, we celebrate all the possibilities that prevention brings! Together, we’re partners in prevention.
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Drug Use
Youth Substance Misuse - The Stakes Are Higher Than Ever Before
Our youth are uniquely vulnerable to potent marijuana and the risks associated with current-day substance misuse. Check out this article from Safe and Sober Founder, Kurt Larson.
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Drug Use
Overdose Prevention Awareness Week August 27-September 2, 2023
August 31st marks International Overdose Awareness Day – the world’s largest campaign to end overdose.
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Drug Use
DEA Reports Widespread Threat of Fentanyl Mixed with Xylazine
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Underage Drinking
TikTok's New Binge Drinking Trend
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Underage Drinking
Prom Night Perils
How can you help teens stay safe on prom night? Keep reading to find out.
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Prescriptions/ Opioids
Fentanyl and its Deadly Dangers
There is an opioid crisis sweeping the nation, and fentanyl is at the center of it.
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Vaping/ Nicotine
Vaping for Stress Relief
Why do teens vape? Mental health plays a big part in their reasoning.
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