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Prevention Academy works to support local schools by strengthening protective factors, reducing risks, and addressing unhealthy behaviors to promote prevention.

08/25/2026

A few highlights from our Summer 2026 Prevention Specialist Training! ☀️📚 From learning and collaboration to skill-building and connection, our team spent the summer preparing for another year of meaningful prevention work. We’re excited to put our knowledge into action and continue supporting the communities we serve!

08/20/2026

Lesson 8: Prevention Must Meet Communities Where They Are 🌟
Effective prevention isn't one-size-fits-all. Strong prevention involves listening to the people and communities it serves. When we understand local strengths, experiences, and needs, we can adapt evidence-based strategies to make prevention more relevant and effective.

08/19/2026

Student voices, straight from the source. 💬 We’re sharing more of what students had to say about their Prevention Academy experience. Their feedback helps us keep learning, growing, and improving our work.

08/14/2026

Student voices are at the heart of what we do. 💬 From building knowledge and skills to creating space for meaningful conversations, we’re proud to learn alongside the students we serve. Thank you to every student who took the time to share their perspective. Your voice helps shape our work.

08/13/2026

Energy drinks are widely available, heavily marketed, and can contain substantial amounts of caffeine. This is especially important for teens.

Adolescence is a period of significant brain development, and high or repeated caffeine intake can interfere with sleep, contribute to anxiety and other unwanted effects, and raise concerns about the developing brain. The amount of caffeine can also add up quickly when multiple servings are consumed. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children and adolescents avoid energy drinks. Understanding what’s in these products can help young people make informed decisions.

Sources:
American Academy of Pediatrics. (2023, December 1). Children should avoid drinks with sugar, caffeine. AAP News. https://publications.aap.org/aapnews/news/27276/Children-should-avoid-drinks-with-sugar-caffeine
Curran, C. P., & Marczinski, C. A. (2017). Taurine, caffeine, and energy drinks: Reviewing the risks to the adolescent brain. Birth Defects Research, 109(20), 1640–1648. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5737830/
Miller, K. E., Dermen, K. H., & Lucke, J. F. (2018). Caffeinated energy drink use by U.S. adolescents aged 13–17: A national profile. Psychology of Addictive Behaviors, 32(6), 647–659. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6136946/
Ruiz, L. D., & Scherr, R. E. (2018). Risk of Energy Drink Consumption to Adolescent Health. American journal of lifestyle medicine, 13(1), 22–25. https://doi.org/10.1177/1559827618803069

08/12/2026

Lesson 7: Evidence drives necessary adaptation.

Prevention systems evolve as the evidence evolves. New research can change what we understand about risk, what works, and where prevention efforts are most needed. Adaptation should be always guided by evidence and community need, not fear-based media attention. Prevention stays responsive to what the evidence tells us.

07/31/2026

Every classroom has a story to tell. These reflections offer a glimpse into the conversations, connections, and moments that stay with students long after the session ends.

07/29/2026

Every trend starts somewhere. Prevention helps young people navigate them with confidence.

By building knowledge, strengthening decision-making skills, and fostering meaningful connections, we equip youth to make informed, healthy choices that last far beyond any passing trend. Healthy communities begin with informed, connected young people. 💛

07/24/2026

Real feedback. Real impact. We're thankful to every student who shared their experience and helped us continue growing our programs. 🌟

07/23/2026

Counterfeit drugs don't always look dangerous. In fact, many are made to look like legitimate medications or other familiar products.
That's why appearance isn't a safety test. Color, shape, packaging, or branding can't tell you what's inside. Prevention allows us to understand the facts and make informed decisions, not assumptions.

Sources:
1. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (n.d.). Fentanyl facts. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. https://www.cdc.gov/stop-overdose/caring/fentanyl-facts.html
2. Drug Enforcement Administration. (n.d.). One Pill Can Kill. U.S. Department of Justice. https://www.dea.gov/onepill
3. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (n.d.). Prescription opioids. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. https://www.samhsa.gov/substance-use/learn/prescriptions-opioids

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5100 City Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
19131

Telephone

+19176914364

Website

https://www.sju.edu/prevention-academy

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