Michael Nerney is scheduled to present "Cannabis Culture" at Craftsbury Academy in the Community Room on Thursday, December 7th from 6:00-7:30. Nerney will share how factors like music, legal status, online sites, late night talk show comedy, and the roll out of new products contribute to the reduction in perceived risk of marijuana use. This program will explore new research on marijuana intoxication, and the impact of culture change on marijuana’s popularity with our adolescents and young adults who are at critical stages of brain development. Free childcare and refreshments are provided.
When community member, Douglas Safford, heard that Michael Nerney was coming he had these words to share:
"I have had the honor and privilege of knowing Mike Nerney on a personal and professional level since the early 1980's.
I lived in the hamlet of Long Lake, NY in the heart of the Adirondacks with Mike and his family. I also have had the opportunity to listen to Mike speak on a few occasions to students and parents concerning the problems with substance abuse, brain development, and ways to communicate with teenagers. I attended a conference in Burlington a few years ago with an audience of parents, educators,mental health professionals,and both state and federal law enforcement officials. His easy going but informative style of presentation keeps you interested and gives you insight as to what is going on in the minds of teens.
I would encourage any parent who has adolescent children to attend this presentation. The information is up to date and current and his information provides you with ways to talk to teens and to help you understand what is going on within their brains. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions and get answers that will help you communicate with your children."
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Youth Tobacco Poster and PSA Contest Winners!
Visit Healthy Lamoille Valley's Facebook page to view the 10 winning posters! Thank you to all the youth who took the time to focus on this important subject! If you would like posters to hang in your community please email alison@healthylamoillevalley.org.
Mark your calendars - Stowe - January 11 - "Growing Up Stowe - Our kids have spoken... and now we listen." Presenter: Jan Fielder, developer of the Kind Mind Project , a compassion based emotional resilience curriculum for high school students.
Creating an environment that is conducive to open communication is the most important factor in supporting your teen’s mental health and wellness. The fact is that all teens are at risk of substance abuse and other serious issues. But you are their #1 influence. In this workshop, you will learn practical and proven strategies to engage with your teen; learn how best to support your teen as they navigate the unique challenges of adolescence,and come away with an understand the “teen brain”. Help build positive connections with your children so that they feel safe, secure, loved and accepted. Hear how these connections can help them to have a sense of purpose and meaning in life and can reduce the likelihood that they will engage in unhealthy, misguided or risky behaviors. More information to follow soon!
Dec 28, 2024, 10 to 11:30 AM
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Services for Patti JacobsDec 28, 2024, 11 AM