Pathways To Prevention Coalition

National Ma*****na Facts Week highlights the importance of education and awareness about ma*****na. Take a moment to learn the facts about ma*****na, including how it affects the mind and body. Knowledge helps us make informed choices.

Prevention starts with understanding!

Learning how substances impact the developing brain can help youth make healthier choices and help the adults who support them have meaningful conversations about prevention.

The FREE Protect Your Brain course offers practical education on substance use prevention, brain health, and healthy decision-making. Take the course today and share this resource with those who support young people.

NACoA is proud to partner with to launch , a FREE educational resource focused on substance use prevention, brain health, and healthy decision-making. Available in English and Spanish. Start learning today: English: https://bit.ly/4gvHVId Spanish:https://bit.ly/4eYrhOL NACoA is a partner of the Protect Your Brain Campaign, which is focused on sharing prevention materials to youth, caregivers, and those who work with youth to help support prevention and healthy choices.

This Fourth of July, let's celebrate the freedoms we enjoy by making choices that keep ourselves, our families, and our communities safe.
As you gather with family and friends, remember:
🎇 Never provide alcohol to anyone under 21.
🚗 Always designate a sober driver or plan a safe ride home.
💙 Talk with your children and teens about making healthy, drug-free choices.
🎉 Keep celebrations fun by focusing on family, friends, food, and fireworks—not alcohol or drugs.
Parents, your conversations matter! Young people are more likely to make healthy decisions when they know your expectations and feel supported.
Let's work together to build a stronger, healthier, and drug-free Permian Basin.
Have a safe and happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸❤️🤍💙

DEA lab testing reveals that 29% of pills with fentanyl contain a potentially lethal dose. Learn more at www.dea.gov/onepill

Nitazenes are a powerful class of synthetic opioids that may be found in the illicit drug supply. Because they cannot be seen, smelled, or tasted, people may not know they have been exposed.

Awareness can save lives. Knowing the risks, carrying naloxone, recognizing the signs of an overdose, and being prepared to respond are important steps in preventing overdose deaths.

Have conversations with friends and loved ones. Share reliable information. Stay informed and stay prepared.

Many young people report va**ng as a way to cope with stress, anxiety, or depression, but ni****ne can actually worsen mental health symptoms over time.

Creating supportive environments, encouraging healthy coping skills, and having open conversations about mental health can play an important role in prevention and early support.

Helping youth feel connected, supported, and informed matters. 💙

Struggles with mental health, substance use, and alcohol use often go hand in hand. When things feel overwhelming, support is available.

The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline provides free, confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for anyone experiencing emotional distress, mental health challenges, substance use concerns, or a crisis. Family members, friends, and loved ones can also call for guidance and support.

You don't have to wait for a crisis to reach out. Calling or texting 988 can be a first step toward getting help and finding resources.

Learn more or connect with support by calling or texting 988.