Alcohol, Tobacco and other Drug Resources
Substance use disorder (SUD) for Educators
Educators are often the first to notice when a student or family may need additional support. Substance use disorder (SUD) is a health condition that can impact learning, behavior, and overall well-being—but help is available. Making timely referrals to trusted community resources is a critical step in connecting students and families to prevention, treatment, and recovery supports. These resources prioritize early intervention, trauma-informed care, and strong connections to local services, ensuring educators are not navigating these challenges alone. Together, through awareness and referrals, we can create safe, supportive pathways that help every student thrive.
Toolkits & Resources
Reports
LIGHTS, CAMERA, ADDICTION
How persistent on-screen tobacco imagery continues to fuel nicotine addiction among young audiences
launchtruthinitiative.org
Truth Initiative Report Finds Rapidly Evolving Nicotine Market Outpacing Regulation, Putting Youth at Risk
The tobacco industry continues to aggressively target young people by manufacturing and marketing products that appeal to young people, including high-tech “smart” vapes, flavored oral nicotine pouches, and disposable e-cigarettes.
truthinitiative.org
Tips
- Becoming a Trusted Adult - Foundation for More Effective Drug Education
- Cannabis Most Frequently Asked Questions - Students
- How to Discuss E-Cigarettes and Nicotine Addiction With Youth
- How to Start a Conversation Around Substance Use
- Tips for Parents, Caregivers and Trusted Adults - Homecoming Season
- Vaping Conversation Guide
Curriculums, Programs and Additional Resources
- CTV: Conversations - Parents Against Vaping E-cigarettes
- Deadly drug stronger than fentanyl spreads rapidly across the Americas, experts warn
- Healthy Futures Curriculum - Stanford University REACH Labs
- Magic Mushrooms, Teens, and Young Adults
- Michigan Model for Health
- Natural High
- Oral Nicotine and Smokeless Tobacco Curriculum
- Prevention Plus Wellness - The Only Session Evidence Based Program
- Q & A: Here's what happens when a school is located near a cannabis dispensary
- Resource & Infographics
- Substance Use Prevention
- The hidden dangers of vapes: VCU study reveals chemicals, risks and teen use
- The Truth About What Vaping Is Doing to Your Body
- 'Vape Brain' sculpture highlights dangers to teens - BBC News
- Vaping Education in Schools - CATCH My Breath Program
- Why Do Kids Try Drugs?
- WSU ASPIRE Lab
- Youth Prevention Lessons
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