Modeling healthy choices for your children is an impactful way to influence your child in a positive way. Your actions matter. Show them that fun![]()
doesn’t depend on alcohol, even for adults. If you’re drinking, keep it responsible and emphasize that it’s a choice for grown-ups, not teens. Talk about healthy choices and the healthy choices that you make as an adult in regards to alcohol. Talk . . . they hear you. #tthy #preventionworks #smallconversations #parentprevention #drugfreewilco
A Friday night rival basketball game between Mt Juliet and Wilson Central High School did not keep our YPC students from joining together to campaign for the prevention of substance use for their peers. Students from both high schools (as well as parents and future Wildcats & Bears) rallied together, pledging to be substance free. This is what our YPC is all about, encouraging one another and Prevention: Peer 2 Peer. #PreventionWorks #preventionpeer2peer #drugfreewilco #YPC
Wilson Central High School YPC celebrates the season and plans for their upcoming event this Friday at Mt. Juliet High School. It's a big rivalry basketball game but they are working together, hand in hand, with the MJHS YPC and reminding their peers, "DONUT" do drugs. #preventionpeer2peer #PreventionWorks #drugfreewilco #YPC
The holiday season, a time for joy and festivity, can often involve excessive drinking leading to negative consequences, such as accidents, injuries, and even conflicts.![]()
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Here are some tips to keep in mind if you host a holiday gathering: (provided by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism).![]()
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Offer a variety of alcohol-free drinks—water, juices, sparkling sodas. Alcohol-free drinks help counteract the dehydrating effects of alcohol. Also, the other fluids may slow the rate of alcohol absorption into the body and reduce the peak alcohol concentration in the blood. They also provide your guests with alternatives to alcohol.![]()
Provide a variety of healthy foods and snacks. Food can slow the absorption of alcohol and reduce the peak level of alcohol in the body by about one-third. Food can also minimize stomach irritation and gastrointestinal distress the following day.![]()
Help your guests get home safely—use designated drivers and taxis. Anyone getting behind the wheel of a car should not have ingested any alcohol.![]()
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If you are a parent, understand the underage drinking laws—and set a good example. ![]()
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To read further visit: the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism: Alcohol's Effects on Health, The Truth About Holiday Spirit#soberdrivingi#holidayhosty#PreventionWorksw#drugfreewilcowilco
December is a time for joy and togetherness. December is also National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. As you celebrate this December, please remember the importance of safe driving. Impaired driving, whether due to alcohol or drugs, including cannabis, is a serious offense with devastating consequences.![]()
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To ensure a safe and happy holiday season, please consider the following:![]()
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Plan Ahead: Designate a sober driver before the festivities begin.![]()
Stay Safe: If you feel impaired, choose a safe ride home. Use a ride-sharing service, call a friend, or take public transportation.![]()
Host Responsibly: If you're hosting a party, offer plenty of non-alcoholic drink options and encourage guests to make safe transportation arrangements.![]()
Be a Responsible Citizen: If you see a driver who appears impaired, report it to local law enforcement.![]()
Protect Yourself: Always wear a seatbelt, your best defense against a crash.![]()
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Remember, impaired driving IS PREVENTABLE. Let's all work together to make this holiday season a #DecemberToRemembert#PreventionWorksn#CannabisMythsn#drugfreewilcogfreewilco
