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GIRLS IN CORTLAND COUNTY OUTPACING BOYS IN DRINKING

Cortland Area Communities That Cares — Fri, 12 Jul 2024 11:57:47 +0000

Understanding the Situation Data from the 2023 Cortland County Youth Survey draws attention to a troubling trend: a notable percentage of girls, especially those in grades 11-12, are involved in alcohol use and binge drinking. 23% of girls in grades 11-12 reported drinking in past 30 days compared 14% of boys. Girls are also experiencing […]

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Effective Strategies for Preventing Substance Use Among LGBTQ+ Teens

Cortland Area Communities That Cares — Thu, 06 Jun 2024 16:38:21 +0000

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) teens are more likely to be bullied, experience depressive symptoms, adverse childhood experiences, and suicidal ideation and are less likely to have an adult in their family with whom they can turn. So, it’s no surprise that they are more likely to use alcohol and other drugs. Young […]

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Halloween Safety isn’t so Scary!

sbarrows — Tue, 17 Oct 2023 13:16:07 +0000

The spookiest night of the year is almost here! While CACTC may be a bit too old for trick-or-treating, it’s important to remember that Halloween safety is no ghost story. The scariest monster out on October 31st is actually cars! Children on Halloween are more than twice as likely to be involved in a motor […]

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Combating Sleep Deprivation: A Back to School Guide for Parents and Teens

sbarrows — Tue, 05 Sep 2023 17:21:41 +0000

Sleep plays a crucial role in the overall health and well-being of teenagers. While it is recommended that teens get at least 8 hours of sleep or more each night, many teens fall short of that goal. In 2022, only 43% of Cortland County 7-12th graders got the recommended hours of sleep or more on […]

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Facing Bullying Head-On: Back to School Guide for Parents and Teens

sbarrows — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 20:37:16 +0000

As backpacks are filled, schedules arranged, and school bells ready to ring, the back-to-school season signals a new beginning for countless parents and teens. However, amidst the excitement and preparation, students will be readying themselves for a different concern at school – bullying. In 2022, 37% of 7-12th graders in Cortland County reported that they […]

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Teen Binge Drinking Explained

Cortland Area Communities That Cares — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 16:58:15 +0000

What is considered binge drinking for teens? Binge drinking is a word we often hear, and use, but many of us might not understand what binge drinking actually is. As parents—it’s important to know that binge drinking can look and mean something very different for your older teens than it does for adults. While most […]

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Dads Matter: The Impact of Fathers on Positive Child Development

Cortland Area Communities That Cares — Sat, 17 Jun 2023 10:07:11 +0000

Fathers, you’re not just figures in a family portrait, more than that guy in sneakers manning the grill, more than just the person who handles the spider; to your kids you’re guides, mentors, and protectors. A father’s importance in child development matches that of mothers, making you an indispensable ally in raising well-adjusted, and confident […]

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Safe Party: Hosting a Safe Party for Your Teen

Cortland Area Communities That Cares — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 17:13:34 +0000

Research has found that teens are most likely to use alcohol, or other drugs, for the first time in the months of June and July. We also know from our yearly survey of over 1,800 Cortland County 7th-12th graders that the most common places teens report drinking are at their house or someone else’s house. […]

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S.U.M.M.E.R. 6 TIPS TO PREVENT TEEN ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUG USE THIS SUMMER

Cortland Area Communities That Cares — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 19:27:46 +0000

This article is sponsored content from Cortland Prevention Resources: A Division of Family Counseling Services As summer vacation approaches, it can be a challenging time for both youth and parents. Adolescents have plenty of free time, while parents often struggle to balance supervision with their daily responsibilities. During these months, young people may be more […]

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How To Talk To Your Teen About Marijuana Use

Megan Sticco — Tue, 18 Apr 2023 08:33:00 +0000

Talking to your teen about marijuana use can be a challenging conversation to have as a parent. In 2022, 90% of students in Cortland County reported in the youth survey that they had not used marijuana in the past 30 days.1 However, over half of Cortland County students reported that they did not talk to […]

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