Be A Positive Influencer
A teen takes the keys from a friend at a party. Another says no to a drink and means it. These moments matter more than you might think. This piece explores how young people become positive influencer…
Articles by Barbara Sullivan
What Are Puff Bars?
Your colleague mentions Puff Bars casually, and you realize you're hearing about a vaping product designed to slip past the regulations that caught up with JUUL. These disposable devices pack nicotine…
Understanding the Teen Brain
A parent asks their teenager "What were you thinking?" after a risky choice, and the answer is both simple and scientific: their brain isn't finished developing yet. This piece explains why adolescent…
What is Prevention?
A second-grader learns why medication belongs in a locked cabinet. A fourth-grader understands how drugs affect the brain. Prevention education starts early and builds year by year. This column explor…