drug prevention

Whippets (Nitrous Oxide): Dangers, Deaths, Lawsuits, State Bans & What Parents Need to Know

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Because whippets (nitrous oxide/N₂O) are increasingly appearing in corner stores, gas stations etc. and are ever-evolving, CANDLE, Inc. maintains this article as a resource for parents, prevention professionals and communities encountering the problem. We will continue to add important research, news and legislative developments while preserving the timeline of how one community confronted the problem … Read more

7-OH Opioid joins “Gas Station Heroin” List

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Retail outlets like gas stations are selling products that contain manufactured drugs – even some acting like opioids in some products, like caffeine shots, vapes, drinks, pills and more.

TeenBrain-itis: 5 Signs Your Teen Might Have It

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“TeenBrain-itis”: 5 Signs Your Teen Might Have It (and How to Treat It!) By Norma Norris | CANDLE, Inc. / Reality Tour® Teens need to understand their brain development Wait — Your Teen Did What Now? If your tween or teen just made a baffling or hilarious decision, don’t panic. It may not be attitude … Read more

3 Coping Skills Parents Can Teach Teens to Prevent Substance Abuse

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During their teenage years, kids can push boundaries as they develop into adults. As teens move towards independence, it’s important for parents and caregivers to encourage children to explore and expand their experiences safely. At this time in life, their brain is wired for risky behavior and that must be safely channeled.  Sometimes, teens turn … Read more

Being a College Intern at the Drug Prevention Nonprofit – CANDLE, Inc.

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I am a current college intern at CANDLE, Inc.’s Reality Tour which is a nonprofit organization that educates communities about youth substance abuse and teaches children to “See Beyond the Next 10 Minutes.” Why did I choose Reality Tour? I chose this internship because I wanted to be a part of something bigger that makes … Read more

Alcohol Use Disorder: Prevention Begins at Home

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Underage Drinking May Lead to Alcohol Use Disorder More and more teens are developing Alcohol Use Disorder. Do you remember what it was like to be a teenager? Peer pressure, curiosity, and an urge to rebel are common factors that can lead to underage drinking. And recently, as remote learning and social distancing have become … Read more