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Health & Wellness

5 Myths About Underage Drinking in Cortland County (and Beyond) Debunked

ByCortland Area Communities That CaresNovember 16, 2021

Do you know the difference between these myths and facts about underage drinking in Cortland County and beyond? Let’s clear the air. Myth #1: Most kids in Cortland County drink alcohol. Fact Based on the 2022 youth development survey of over 1,900 7th-12th graders in

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Board Game Review: Coup

ByCortland Area Communities That CaresNovember 2, 2021

After months in shut down due to COVID-19, most families are sick of the classic old board games like Monopoly or Clue.

Teen Insights

Wondering if our Data on Teen Substance Use in Cortland County is Accurate? We’ve got the answers!

ByMargaret BroderickOctober 26, 2021

It does provide an excellent (valid and reliable) point in time snapshot of over 2,000 Cortland County students

Health & Wellness

Help! My Child is Vaping!

ByJennifer HamiltonOctober 12, 2021

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.

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4 Tips for Cortland County Parents on Setting Rules About Teen Alcohol Use

ByMargaret BroderickDecember 26, 2020

A number one way parents can prevent their teen from drinking alcohol is setting clear family rules about alcohol use. In fact, according to the 2019 youth survey data, 85% of Cortland County 7th-12th graders reported that their family has clear rules about alcohol use.1

ByMargaret BroderickOctober 28, 2020

Calling all Cortland County parents of 7th-12th graders! Upstream Parent, a Cortland Area Communities That Care project, is spearheading an initiative to help reduce underage drinking and promote teen health and wellness in Cortland County, but we need your help! According

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4 Simple Steps Cortland County Parents Can Take This Month to Prevent Prescription Drug Misuse

BySara WatrousSeptember 18, 2020

The most common place Cortland County teens who used prescription pain relievers report accessing them is at home. This is where you come in—as a parent, you are able to physically prevent your teen from accessing prescription drugs with a few simple steps.

Teen Insights

Triple the Percentage of Cortland County 8th Graders Reported Vaping Compared to 7th Graders in 2019 (and Other Vaping Facts You Need to Know)

ByMargaret BroderickSeptember 9, 2020

Looking back, it sometimes feels as though vaping came out of nowhere.

Positive Parenting

Want to Spend Time With Your Teen, Workout, and Become One with Nature? Check Out These 3 Hikes Near Cortland

ByCortland Area Communities That CaresSeptember 3, 2020

One of the best parts of growing up and living in Central New York is the never-ending opportunities for outdoor adventure.

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