Drug dealers have turned to the internet and social media apps like Snap Chat to find customers during the pandemic, causing youth drug deaths to soar. Social media is almost exclusively how teens and young adults are getting illicit pills now, and about 90% of these pills contain fentanyl. And with features like encryption and disappearing messages on the most popular apps, their use for selling drugs keeps growing. Check out the 5 tips to help keep a loved one safe from online drug dealers.
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The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is committed to providing you with the facts you need to make safe and informed choices.
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Department of Public Health – Substance Abuse Prevention and Control
The Substance Abuse Prevention and Control (SAPC) program leads and facilitates the delivery of a full spectrum of prevention, treatment, and recovery support services proven to reduce the impact of substance use, abuse, and addiction in Los Angeles County.
Los Angeles County Office of Cannabis Management
Los Angeles County Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has served LA County and its residents by leading the transition of cannabis to a regulated market with policies that seek to protect consumers, promote the health & safety of our communities. With a focus on responsible regulation and education, OCM is a resource to County Departments, other agencies, and the community.
Department of Cannabis Regulations – City of Los Angeles Complaint Portal
Use this form to for complaints about unlicensed or illegal commercial cannabis activity, complaints about licensed commercial cannabis activity that you are concerned may be happening in an unlawful or unsafe manner, and non-emergency communications with the Los Angeles Police Department about cannabis or cannabis-related activities.
The LA County Department of Public Health is working on creating youth councils throughout LA County to foster leadership skills and community involvement for young people as well as providing opportunities for internships and volunteerism.
OCR Projects – Database of Local Cannabis Policies
What are the marijuana laws in your California city? Explore our database of local cannabis policies. And remember, each city’s regulations are likely to change over time as the state adapts to the new system. We will be updating this database as things change.
Youth and Cannabis: What You Should Know. It is illegal for anyone under 21 to smoke, consume, buy or possess cannabis (marijuana, weed, pot).
Bigger Choices is a marijuana use prevention campaign developed by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health to inform with facts and create a dialog with and among teens.
Above the Influence is a movement empowering young people to recognize and face the influences around them, including the pressure to abuse drugs and alcohol.
CDC Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
What should I do if I am currently or know someone who is using marijuana/THC in an e-cigarette, or vaping, product for medical use? CDC and FDA recommend that people should not use THC-containing e-cigarette, or vaping, products, particularly from informal sources like friends, family, or in-person or online sellers.
Still Blowing Smoke is a campaign addressing the issue of vaping and e-cigarettes sales.
Marijuana Fact Check is a resource for parents and teens to find health information specifically related to marijuana.
Signs & Symptoms of Drug Addiction
The very first step to getting treatment for a drug addiction is just realizing there is a problem. However, the symptoms of drug addiction can be very subtle. People who have a drug addiction may be in denial about the problem, and those around them might not even for a while. If you suspect you or a loved one has a drug addiction, here are some signs you need to be aware of. Here is a guide to How to Tell If a Person Is On Drugs.
Flavors Hook Kids is the largest effort to date targeting flavored tobacco products in the country.
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) for Teens
A trusted source for science-based information on teen drug use and its effects.
2019 Drug and Alcohol IQ Challenge
Test your knowledge on drugs and alcohol by taking the interactive National Drug & Alcohol IQ Challenge quiz!
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, Substance Use Prevention and Control (SAPC)
The Substance Abuse Prevention and Control (SAPC) program leads and facilitates the delivery of a full spectrum of prevention, treatment, and recovery support services proven to reduce the impact of substance use, abuse, and addiction in Los Angeles County.
Stanford Medicine Cannabis Awareness and Prevention Toolkit
Stanford Medicine Cannabis Awareness and Marijuana Prevention Toolkit offers theory-based and evidence-informed resources created by educators, parents, and researchers aimed at preventing middle and high school students’ use of cannabis/marijuana.
LA County Office of Cannabis Management
Los Angeles County Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has served LA County and its residents by leading the transition of cannabis to a regulated market with policies that seek to protect consumers, promote the health & safety of our communities. With a focus on responsible regulation and education, OCM is a resource to County Departments, other agencies, and the community.
California Department of Public Health, Cannabis Public Information
California Department of Public Health – Let’s Talk Cannabis website offers information about legality, pregnancy and breastfeeding, youth, parents and mentors, responsible use, helpful resources, and a community toolkit.
Teacher Vision: Substance Abuse Prevention
This website allows children to learn about tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs in order to make safe decisions. Find lessons and printables to teach your students about smoking, substance abuse prevention, and health and wellness.
LA County Department of Public Works - E-cigarette & Cannabis Vape Disposal
The Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program gives Los Angeles County residents FREE and convenient ways to dispose of unwanted items that cannot be thrown in the regular trash such as e-cigarettes. Vaping devices (including ones that contain cannabis) are considered both electronic and hazardous waste and must be disposed of properly.
Natural High works to fight youth drug and alcohol abuse through
school, families, and our community. Their important mission is helped
in part by the organizations and students around the country using
Natural High’s curriculum.
Partnership for Drug-Free Kids
This website serves as a go-to organization for families addressing every aspect of substance use and addiction, from prevention to recovery. Partnership for Drug-Free Kids empowers parents and caregivers with support and guidance using science-based information, research and advance effective prevention and treatment strategies. Partnership for Drug-Free Kids also aspires to change the national conversation around addiction.
The Center on Addiction has merged with Partnership for Drug-Free Kids to empower families, advance effective care at treatment facilities, implement substance use prevention strategies, help shape public policy, and eliminate stigma around addiction.
National Institute on Drug Abuse
NIDA provides a plethora of valuable resources for youth and adults about drugs, finding a treatment facility, addiction, evidence-based curriculum, evidence-based articles, clinical research studies, and much more.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. This website offers resources such as grant information, drug prevention campaigns and programs, practitioner training, publications, and finding a treatment facility.
Red Ribbon Week has touched the lives of millions of people around the world. In response to the murder of DEA Agent Enrique Camarena, parents and youth in communities across the country began wearing Red Ribbons as a symbol of their commitment to raise awareness of the killing and destruction cause by drugs in America. Today, the Red Ribbon serves as a catalyst to mobilize communities to educate youth and encourage participation in drug prevention activities.
California Healthy Kids Survey (CHKS)
The CHKS is a comprehensive, youth risk behavior and resilience data collection service available to all California local education agencies, and is funded by the California Department of Education. Their developmental framework supports trauma-informed support systems and social-emotional learning.
LA County Substance Abuse Service Hotline (SASH)
For screening and referral to treatment
1-844-804-7500Suicide Prevention Hotline
1-800-273-8255Youth Crisis Line
1-800-843-5200Sexual Assault Hotline
1-800-656-4679Mental Health Hotline
1-877-954-5457Runaway Hotline
1-800-786-2929Domestic Violence Hotline
1-866-331-9474Crisis Text Line
Text CONNECT to 741741
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Text your ZIP CODE to 898211
Teen Line
Text TEEN to 839863 between 6pm and 9pm
