Let’s Talk About…Sex
You know, “The Talk” the one that can be the most dreaded, potentially most awkward conversation you will ever have with your children
Board Game Review: Coup
After months in shut down due to COVID-19, most families are sick of the classic old board games like Monopoly or Clue.
Wondering if our Data on Teen Substance Use in Cortland County is Accurate? We’ve got the answers!
It does provide an excellent (valid and reliable) point in time snapshot of over 2,000 Cortland County students
3 Consequences of Underage Drinking Parents Should Talk About
Not every teenager will experience a DWI arrest if they drink alcohol. Parents can make time to discuss “less severe” consequences that many more teenagers will experience if they drink.
Help! My Child is Vaping!
Yes, vaping is serious and worthy of concern. If your child is caught vaping or admits to vaping, try to stay calm and non-judgmental.
We Survey Over 1,800 Cortland County Students Every Year. Here’s What You Need to Know.
Many (who am I kidding, ALL) of the upcoming blog posts you’ll see from me will reference the Cortland County Youth Survey
Is My Teen Drinking? Here’s What Parents Can Look For
Most teens in Cortland County aren't drinking alcohol, however, as parents it's important to keep an eye out for key warning signs of alcohol use.
A How-to Guide for Safety Planning with Teens
No matter what the scenario, we hope that our teenagers are equipped with the knowledge and tools to handle or remove themselves from a potentially dangerous situation. However, we have no way of knowing how they will respond if it is a situation that they have never
Youth Survey Provides Insight into Family Protective Factors for Youth
Did you know we ask teens about their families on the youth survey? That’s right! We have some inside knowledge into how family interactions could impact youth substance use right here in Cortland County. First a little background—part of our survey design is to assess risk
Three FUN Ways to Connect With and Protect Your Teen from Using Alcohol and Marijuana
Here at Upstream Parent, we spend a lot of time talking about how parents can protect their teens from drinking by reducing access to alcohol at home, setting clear rules and consequences, and communicating your expectations to your teen. But did you know that there are
