Community Groups
 In January of 2006 The Lincoln Council on
Alcoholism and Drugs in partnership with the Substance Abuse Action Coalition (SAAC) began a series of
community groups in Lincoln and Lancaster County with the specific purpose of addressing underage drinking and other substance abuse issues throughout the community.
After four years of hard work, we have a lot to CELEBRATE! Participation continues to grow as the word spreads of our mission, but we still need to hear from you. Please bring your voice to the table, and network with other like-minded individuals who feel that underage alcohol use and the use of illicit drugs is not a healthy choice. Groups meet once a month for about an hour. If you’re interested in getting involved, see a list of upcoming meetings and find a community group near you. Upcoming meetings
Parents
Parenting is hard work, and most of the time its rewarding. Sometimes though kids throw us a curve ball. Adolescents espeically can cause some gray hairs and sleepless nights! LCAD supports active parents throghout Lancaster County. We have a page of web resources, and lots of downloadable information built just for parents, whether you're in the middle of smooth sailing, or a bumpy ride there are resources for everyone.
Check out this month's tip from Join Together Online:
Kids Who Watch R-Rated Movies More Likely to Drink, Smoke
Research Summary
A new study found that children who are allowed to watch R-rated movies are three times more likely to try smoking and drinking, HealthScout News reported Feb. 14. Among students with no restrictions on the movies they watch, 35 percent had tried smoking, compared to only 12 percent of those who had some restrictions on their film choices, and just 2 percent among children who were not allowed to watch R-rated movies at all. Read the rest of the summary.
You can also visit with a member of the prevention staff Monday throguh Friday from 8:00-5:00 by calling 475-2694.
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