Westbrook Partners for Prevention works to strengthen the net of support for our young people by bringing people together to focus on one issue at a time, starting with youth substance use.
- We know that youth substance use prevention takes time and is most effective when it engages all members of the community.
- We are constantly looking at how we can share information and tips in a way that is useful and understandable to everyone in the community.
- We continue to work to integrate prevention messages throughout our schools, local organizations and businesses to ensure we all know that this is a community issue that requires a community response.
We have listed several tools and resources below. Please contact us if you are looking for specific information to support your substance use prevention activities.
2019 MAINE INTEGRATED YOUTH HEALTH SURVEY (MIYHS) INFOGRAPHICS
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Among High School Students
Health Disparities Among Maine Transgender Youth
LGBT Student Health
Marijuana Use Among Maine Youth
Tobacco Use Among Maine Youth
Vaping & E-Cigarette Use Among Maine Youth
Resources
Parents/Adults
Maine Integrated Youth Health Survey– Information for Parents
A snapshot of the most recent survey data from Westbrook students about alcohol and substance use, as well as other health-contributing factors. We have also included tips on how parents can help.
Talking Points: the Marijuana Landscape Has Changed
Parents how do you explain that to your teen? Changing the landscape? How we support wellness for teens.
It is not too early to start talking with your child about substance use prevention. We provide 5 easy tips to get the conversation started.
Helps parents prevent underage drinking and illegal substance use.
How parents can work together to keep youth safe and substance-free.
Tips for Talking to Teens About Vaping
Talking to youth about vaping can help keep them from starting or assist in connecting them to treatment services.
Youth
Student Intervention Reintegration Program
For teens 13-18, this program offers an educational, non-judgmental alternative to traditional consequences of making unhealthy decisions by replacing punishment with an opportunity to learn.
Regional and National Resources to help youth quit smoking and/or vaping
Downloadable/printable handout to share with youth.
Educators/Coaches
Infographic: Teacher Resource on Drugs and Alcohol
Do you know the facts? Do you know why they matter? What you can do: evidence-based practices that make an impact on teen alcohol and drug use.
Understanding Tobacco Laws: An Overview for Maine Schools
Tips on how to implement a smoke and tobacco-free policy in schools.
Community
I’ve Got Your Back campaign in collaboration with Westbrook Police Department
The police in our community are partners in preventing youth from substance use. We all need to have each other’s backs to keep our youth safe, healthy and happy.
Maine Integrated Youth Health Survey– Information for the Community
A snapshot of the most recent survey data from Westbrook students about alcohol and substance use, as well as other health-contributing factors. We have also included tips on how the community can help.
Is marijuana addictive? Is marijuana natural? Does it affect driving? Learn the facts about marijuana.
E-Cigarettes Informational Rack Card from Breathe Easy
Learn the facts and risks concerning e-cigarettes also known as Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS). Other types of ENDS can include vaporizers, vape pens, hookah pens and e-pipes.
Arabic version
Spanish version
Portuguese version
Secondhand Smoke Informational Rack Card from Breathe Easy
Learn the risks of secondhand smoke – the tobacco smoke exhaled by a smoker or from a burning tobacco product.
Arabic version
Spanish version
Portuguese version
Thirdhand Smoke Informational Rack Card from Breathe Easy
Learn the risks of thirdhand smoke – the residue that remains after a tobacco product has been put out.
Other resources
211: https://211maine.org/
CADCA: https://www.cadca.org/
Equality ME (EQME): https://equalitymaine.org/
LGBTQ+ Support Network (ME): https://www.lgbtqsupportme.org/post/lgbtq-supportme-official-launch
MaineQuitlink: https://mainequitlink.com/
Maine Youth Action Network (MYAN): https://www.myan.org/
NAMI Maine: https://www.namimaine.org/
National Institutes on Drug Abuse (NIDA): https://www.drugabuse.gov/
Partnership to End Addiction: https://drugfree.org/
Prevention for ME: https://preventionforme.org/prevention/
Teen NIDA: https://teens.drugabuse.gov/
