The study “Associations of cannabis use, use frequency, and cannabis use disorder with violent behavior among young adults in the United States” was recently published by Nora D. Volkow and the team at NIDA. The study found that the rate of violent behavior in daily marijuana users aged 18-34 was nearly twice the violent behavior rate of non-users. …
This chart shows DUIs that tested positive for THC by county in 2023.
Esther Lince, PFS/BG Madison Madison County’s Prevention Specialist, in collaboration with the Madison County DUI Task Force, launched the 2nd annual NO JOKE campaign throughout the month of April. This campaign is a humorous approach to convey the message that a majority of teens in Madison County do not use alcohol and marijuana. Using …
EASTER EGG HUNT Kit Davis, BG Gallatin Kit participated in the American Legion Annual Easter Egg Hunt in Manhattan. It took weeks of preparation to stuff over 40,000 plastic eggs with toys and candies, but they had a great event with over a thousand people in attendance. It was a great community event that was …
Bethany Coe & Sarah Graham, BG & CTC Lewis & Clark County Prevention Specialists collaborate with Helena School District and Local Partners to Enhance Career Readiness for Students. The prevention goals are to improve community attachment and school engagement, along with building capacity with local partners such as: Montana Wild, Montana Forest Services, Holter Museum, …
Tell us about your family and fur babies: My handsome husband and I have 3 of the coolest kiddos on the planet. Our oldest is a sophomore in high school, and the two youngest are the sweetest set of “Irish twins” who will start kindergarten in the fall. We have one special doggo named Lux. What …
1. Who inspires you: My boss of 10 years, Carol Smith. She is so kind, compassionate, wants what is best for our community and youth. 2. Best gift ever given? Surprise family trips to: Las Vegas & Disneyland 3. Your motto: Tomorrow is a new day, a new start to live my best life. 4. Favorite sport: Anything my kids …
Who inspires you- My kids Best gift ever given? – My family Favorite sport: Rodeo Favorite day of the year November 6th I can’t start my day until… The baby gets fed Something interesting about you – I have had 3 left knee surgeries and 2 c sections in less than 6 years. Pet Peeve …
Mariah Friesz, Dawson Co. On April 5th & 6th, Dawson County held its annual Spring Fling event in the EPEC community center. Prevention held a booth full of information on youth marijuana and alcohol use, give aways, games and prizes! The most successful (and fun!) part of the booth was the kid’s mental health jeopardy …
Ashlee Sunderman, Wibaux & McCone Ashlee conducted a Responsible Alcohol Sales & Service training session in both counties, successfully certifying 10 individuals. In Wibaux, she hosted an alcohol awareness presentation for 1st to 12th grade in honor of Alcohol Awareness Month. Additionally, Ashlee assisted Wibaux Public Schools in completing the 2024 Prevention Needs Assessment.
