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
Using Drugs is NOT a Part of Growing Up! Correcting Social Norms | Episode 088 with Dr. Caroline DuPont
In this episode of the Drug Prevention Power Hour, host Jake White speaks with Dr. Caroline Dupont, a psychiatrist and vice president of the Institute for Behavior and Health. They discuss the importance of drug prevention, the legacy of Dr. Dupont's family in the field, and the innovative One Choice Prevention initiative. The conversation emphasizes the significance of positive social norms, the science behind substance use, and the role of mental health in prevention strategies. Dr. Dupont shares insights on engaging youth and adults in prevention efforts, the importance of parental involvement, and the need for community support in addressing substance use disorders.
Chapters
00:00 The Legacy of Prevention: A Family Affair
04:09 One Choice Prevention: Empowering Youth
14:06 Data-Driven Insights for Substance Use Prevention
19:01 Understanding Mental Health and Substance Use
23:19 The One Choice Message Explained
29:51 Celebrating Non-Use Among Youth
39:27 Engaging Adults in Prevention
46:03 Building Community and Support
49:51 Introduction to Drug Prevention Strategies
49:52 Engaging Youth in Substance Use Education
Links from Dr. Caroline
www.OneChoicePrevention.org
https://www.facebook.com/OneChoiceYouth
https://www.instagram.com/onechoiceyouth/
Takeaways
Dr. Dupont's family legacy in psychiatry and addiction medicine is inspiring.
One Choice Prevention focuses on empowering youth to make healthy choices.
Data-driven approaches are essential in prevention strategies.
Substance use disorders often begin in adolescence, making early prevention crucial.
The developing brain is particularly vulnerable to substance use.
Positive messaging is more effective than scare tactics in prevention.
Youth leadership is vital in creating effective prevention programs.
Parents and caregivers play a critical role in youth substance use prevention.
Community support enhances the effectiveness of prevention initiatives.
Celebrating non-use among youth can foster a sense of belonging.
For feedback, questions and new episode ideas...
jake@vive18.com
instagram.com/vive18_