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12/20/2012 11:00 PMIn our effort to make available to parents tools and resources for speaking with their children about the dangers of substance use/abuse, OSYFS will be offering 'Courageous Parenting 101' in January. The Courage to Speak Foundation has developed an effective, evidence-based parent program called 'Courageous Parenting 101' where:
Participants of the multi-session workshops will learn about:
*Teen drug use trends and party culture
*Drug and alcohol abuse, addiction and its physiological consequences
*Protective, psychological and developmental guidance to help reduce the risk of substance use
*Communication and listening strategies
*Warnings signs
*The power of denial
*Practical steps if use/abuse is suspected
*Sources of help and more....
The sessions are scheduled for (all Tuesdays)January 15, 22 and 29, 6:30-8:30p.m. Childcare available with prior registration, and light refreshments served.
Registration forms are available on our website or in our office. Also available in each school office.