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New Providence Elementary School Counselor Blog
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RED RIBBON WEEK RESOURCES
The average age of first use is 12 years for alcohol, 12 years for cigerettes and 14 years for marijuana.
Between the ages of 12 an 17, the likelihood that a teen will smoke, drink or use illegal drugs increase more than seven times.
Between the ages of 12 and 17, the percentage of teens with close friends who use marijuana jumps 14 times more.
Here are some websites that are very useful:
lradac.org
locc.info
drugfree.org
Bullying Prevention Resources
Stress and Anxiety Resources
Coping Skills Resources
Self-Care Resources
Feelings
Virtual Learning Resources
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