Reducing
underage alcohol use in Kankakee and Iroquois
Counties is the primary objective of the Pledge
for Life Partnership. However, it is not possible
to deter underage alcohol use without addressing
the problems caused by excessive drinking. In
many cases, teen alcohol use is related to the
drinking behaviors of the adults in their lives.
The Pledge for Life Partnership is committed to
providing youth, parents, educators and the rest
of the community with the latest research and
strategies to keep kids alcohol-free, while helping
those with alcohol problems find the treatment
they need. We hope the information you find on
this special section of the KAN-I HELP website
contributes in a major way to meeting that commitment.
- Amazing
Alternatives! Wise Highs for keeping kids
alcohol free
- The
Cool Spot for kids
A place where you can learn about being yourself,
thinking for yourself, and getting the facts
about underage drinking.
- Before
you drink
Learn how gender, body weight, food, and what,
how much, and how fast you drink can affect
your Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC).
- Is
alcohol affecting your health?
- Alcohol
prevention and treatment resources
- FAQ'
s on alcohol abuse and alcoholism
- A
Family Guide To Keeping Youth Mentally Healthy
& Drug Free
To
enhance the bond between parent and child, the
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
Administration (SAMHSA) is excited to announce
a new Web site-A Family Guide To Keeping
Youth Mentally Healthy & Drug Free.
Available at http://family.samhsa.gov,
the site offers adults who influence the lives
of children ages 7 to 18-including parents,
foster parents, grandparents, extended family
members, guardians, and mentors-suggestions
for better communication with children, as well
as other tips that aid in prevention.
- Campaign
for Alcohol Free Sports TV
The Campaign seeks to reduce the amount of alcoholic-beverage
advertising to underage children and young adults,
who tune into televised sports for fun.
Additional
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
publications:
The
contents of this section of the KAN-I HELP web
site were developed under a grant from the U.S.
Department of Education. However, the contents
do not necessarily represent the policy of the
Department of Education, and you should not assume
endorsement by the Federal Government.
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