A new study finds that one-quarter of drivers who died in single-vehicle crashes between 1999 and 2009 tested positive for drugs, and 37 percent had blood alcohol levels above the legal limit of .08.
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Friday, June 24, 2011
UN Report Finds Abuse of Prescription Opioids and Synthetic Drugs on the Rise Globally
A new report from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) finds that the abuse of prescription opioids and synthetic drugs are on the rise globally, while worldwide markets for cocaine, heroin and marijuana have declined or remained stable. The World Drug Report 2011 found the U.S. market for cocaine has experienced massive declines in recent years.
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Monday, June 20, 2011
Teen Privacy - A Being Adept Recommended articles
A great article about teen privacy and the importance of when parents should get involved:
http://www.webmd.com/parenting/teen-abuse-cough-medicine-9/teen-privacy
http://www.webmd.com/parenting/teen-abuse-cough-medicine-9/teen-privacy
Sunday, June 19, 2011
A comprehensive look at the challenges of parenting
This article "How the Cult of Self-esteem is Ruining our Kids" from the latest issue of the Atlantic Monthly (July, August, 2011) is an exceptionally comprehensive look at the challenges of parenting.
http://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2011/07/how-to-land-your-kid-in-therapy/8555/
http://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2011/07/how-to-land-your-kid-in-therapy/8555/
Saturday, June 18, 2011
Great Paper on Adolescent Brain Development and Alcohol
Sandra A Brown, Vice Chancellor of Research at UCSD is the author of this paper on Adolescent Brain Development and Alcohol. Dr Brown has taken an interest in Being Adept, serving as an advisor and providing cutting edge research for Curriculum Development. This article reflects the impetus in forming our non-profit to support adolescents.
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Jake Schmitt - Director of Youth Advocacy and Leadership writes about Being Adept
I’m really excited that I have recently taken on a bigger role in the Non-Profit Being ADEPT (Alcohol and Drug Education and Prevention Techniques). Through this organization I had the great opportunity to go back to my middle school, and through the course of a week, talk to all the kids about how running has been such an integral part of what makes me happy, let’s say, what makes me tick. The philosophy behind this program is to provide early education for the youth so that they can make better informed decisions as situations present themselves. Really empowering the children with concrete knowledge about how their brains, stomach, liver, memory, ultimately their whole bodies and psyche, are effected by early substance abuse. My role in the curriculum has been to facilitate discussions in an intimate classroom setting on more successful emotional boosters; like running!
It was a bit surprising the first day of the presentations when I wrote down on the board some of the reasons why people would start using drugs and drinking alcohol. The group of students began with the typical responses of peer pressure, being cool, and media; but, then unexpectedly I heard, stress release, depression, problems at home, and anxiety. From what I remember as a middle schooler my only real exposure to drugs and alcohol were the former of the reasons. It was a real eye opener to hear that all of our traditionally adult triggers are now creeping down into fifth graders’ minds. With this internal revelation I moved forward with enthusiasm and began my talk by asking the students what they do for “fun.”
“Baseball” “Basketball” “Horseback riding” “Reading” “Petting my dog” “Singing”
I’m sure most of you can imagine the list that these kids came up with, but what struck me and made me so excited was what I saw. Immediately, a pile of kids on the floor became an upright, at attention, ear-to-ear smiling, group of vibrant children. I seized the opportunity to mention this fact to all the kids, and to tell them to remember THIS feeling for when they are having a down, sort of lonely, kind of day. They had just taught themselves what tools they need to solve their own life problems. This is the way to feel better, go for a run, play baseball, take the time for yourself, because these are the tools you need as you grow up and deal with problems. It was another one of those phenomenal full circle moments that we, as athletes, grown-ups, professionals, love to capitalize on in our own lives.
I can absolutely remember dealing with major transition points in my life on very specific runs. Starting out on what seemed like the bleakest of endeavors and finishing with a much more streamlined and positive grasp on the situation. Circle complete. So, in sharing information with these children, I was able to come up with a concrete fact for my life. That run, that sometimes monotonous two-hour run, is exactly what I need for a clear head and progressive thinking. I wish unto everyone that they have their “running” “baseball” “horseback riding” as well, and if not, it’s time to explore!
Please visit www.beingadept.org to find out more information on this phenomenal project.
And also to see clips from our upcoming documentary visit our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Being-Adept/125313500869837
It was a bit surprising the first day of the presentations when I wrote down on the board some of the reasons why people would start using drugs and drinking alcohol. The group of students began with the typical responses of peer pressure, being cool, and media; but, then unexpectedly I heard, stress release, depression, problems at home, and anxiety. From what I remember as a middle schooler my only real exposure to drugs and alcohol were the former of the reasons. It was a real eye opener to hear that all of our traditionally adult triggers are now creeping down into fifth graders’ minds. With this internal revelation I moved forward with enthusiasm and began my talk by asking the students what they do for “fun.”“Baseball” “Basketball” “Horseback riding” “Reading” “Petting my dog” “Singing”
I’m sure most of you can imagine the list that these kids came up with, but what struck me and made me so excited was what I saw. Immediately, a pile of kids on the floor became an upright, at attention, ear-to-ear smiling, group of vibrant children. I seized the opportunity to mention this fact to all the kids, and to tell them to remember THIS feeling for when they are having a down, sort of lonely, kind of day. They had just taught themselves what tools they need to solve their own life problems. This is the way to feel better, go for a run, play baseball, take the time for yourself, because these are the tools you need as you grow up and deal with problems. It was another one of those phenomenal full circle moments that we, as athletes, grown-ups, professionals, love to capitalize on in our own lives.
I can absolutely remember dealing with major transition points in my life on very specific runs. Starting out on what seemed like the bleakest of endeavors and finishing with a much more streamlined and positive grasp on the situation. Circle complete. So, in sharing information with these children, I was able to come up with a concrete fact for my life. That run, that sometimes monotonous two-hour run, is exactly what I need for a clear head and progressive thinking. I wish unto everyone that they have their “running” “baseball” “horseback riding” as well, and if not, it’s time to explore!
Please visit www.beingadept.org to find out more information on this phenomenal project.
And also to see clips from our upcoming documentary visit our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Being-Adept/125313500869837
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