What Every Parent Needs to Know About Marijuana

Wednesday, March 29th 6:30-8:30pm
Burlington High School Library

This is a free event. No registration is required, however people are encouraged to join the Facebook event here to help us plan seating. Contact Mariah at mariah@burlingtonpartnership.org with questions.

Marijuana is the most widely used illicit drug among youth today and is more potent than ever. The chances of our kids encountering marijuana in their tweens and teens have increased. During the teen and young adult years, children are especially susceptible to the negative effects of any drug use, including marijuana. Evidence has shown that marijuana use during the teen years could potentially lower a person’s IQ and interfere with other aspects of academic success and well-being.

This interactive presentation with Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor, Margo Austin, is designed to teach parents about changes in research, trends and myths related to marijuana so they can feel prepared and comfortable to have conversations with kids about use. The presentation will be followed by an opportunity to ask questions from a panel of local experts and discuss with other parents the impact of marijuana use on our kids.

PANELISTS:
Margo Austin, LADC - Student Assistance Program Counselor at BHS
Abigail Matchette, LICSW - Centerpoint Services Clinician
Dr. Jill Rinehart, MD - Pediatrian at Hagen, Rinehart, Connelly Pediatrics
Dr. Jon Porter, MD - Director of UVM Center for Health & Wellbeing