Drug Prevention Power Hour: Empowering Leaders in Youth Drug Prevention
In this podcast we explore the world of youth drug prevention. We highlight the things that are working in substance use prevention and learn from one another in the field. This is NOT a show featuring only authors, speakers and founders of companies. We also interview people who are working with youth on a daily basis who can discuss what's currently happening in our schools and communities around the U.S. The Drug Prevention Power Hour is for... Prevention professionals, school counselors, principals, vice principals, social workers, school psychologists, coalitions, prevention specialists, school resource officers (SROs), juvenile justice professionals, parent teacher organization members (PTO), parent teacher association members (PTA), alcohol education (AODA), superintendents, greek life, college orientation, athletics, and human services. Our host is Jake White, the creator of Party.0 and Vive18. He's a youth prevention expert who started a peer-led youth movement where students host his signature "sober parties" for their peers - showing that you can fit in, make friends and have fun without using drugs and alcohol. His presentations, curriculum, programs and educational experiences are being used all over the country to help students make better decisions around substance use. His goal for every episode is to educate listeners on prevention, highlight new ideas and inspire us to keep saving lives through our efforts.
Drug Prevention Power Hour: Empowering Leaders in Youth Drug Prevention
Fentanyl, Cannabis & Prevention in Southern California | Episode 083 with Joe Eberstein
In this episode of the Drug Prevention Power Hour, host Jake White speaks with Joe Eberstein, Director of Community Engagement for the Center for Community Research and the San Diego County Cannabis Public Health Initiative. They discuss the pressing issues surrounding drug prevention, particularly the fentanyl crisis, the implications of cannabis consumption lounges, and the importance of education and community engagement in prevention work. Joe shares insights on effective prevention strategies, the need for uplifting programs, and the role of data in informing their initiatives. They also address misconceptions about cannabis, the mental health implications of its use, and the importance of media advocacy in raising awareness about these critical issues.
Chapters
00:00 The Fentanyl Crisis in Communities
04:23 Public Health and Cannabis Consumption
12:10 Engaging Youth in Prevention
18:15 The Role of Media in Drug Prevention
30:22 Understanding Cannabis and Mental Health
36:14 Advice for Prevention Professionals
42:37 Introduction to Drug Prevention Strategies
42:39 Engaging Youth in Substance Use Education
LinkedIn: https://www.ccrconsulting.org/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eberstein-411bb154/
Takeaways
Fentanyl is a major crisis affecting communities.
Education and prevention initiatives are crucial for youth.
Cannabis consumption lounges pose public health risks.
Data shows no increase in cannabis use among youth.
Engaging young people is essential for sustainable prevention efforts.
Uplifting prevention programs can be more effective than scare tactics.
Cannabis today is much more potent than in the past.
Vaping products have unknown long-term health effects.
Mental health issues are exacerbated by cannabis use.
Media advocacy is vital for raising awareness about drug issues.
For feedback, questions and new episode ideas...
jake@vive18.com
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