Community Coalition Alliance

Drugs and alcohol can change the way your brain handles feelings like happiness, stress, and anxiety.

Over time, your brain may start relying on the substance to feel good or even feel normal. This can make it harder to stop using and increase the risk of addiction.

Understanding how addiction works is an important step in protecting your future.

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Early alcohol use can have long-term effects.

Youth who start drinking before age 15 are seven times more likely to develop alcohol use disorders as adults. Delaying first use can significantly reduce the risk of future substance misuse and help support healthier outcomes.

Every conversation about alcohol matters.

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Just 2 milligrams of fentanyl, an amount small enough to fit on the tip of a pencil, can be deadly. Because fentanyl is often mixed into counterfeit pills and other substances without a person's knowledge, prevention and awareness are more important than ever.

Knowledge can save lives. Start the conversation today.

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The earlier substance use begins, the greater the risk of developing addiction later in life.

Youth who try drugs before age 21 are 6.5 times more likely to become addicted, making prevention and early education critical. Helping young people make informed choices today can have a lasting impact on their future.

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Young people thrive when the adults in their lives work together.

Parents, caregivers, educators, coaches, and community members all play an important role in helping youth make healthy choices and avoid substance misuse.

Prevention isn't about one conversation. It's about creating consistent messages, support systems, and opportunities for young people to succeed.

The Facts. Your Future. offers resources to help families stay informed and engaged in prevention efforts.

Visit www.ccafl.org/tfyf to learn more.

Even though you may feel grown up, your brain is still developing.

The part of your brain that helps with decision-making, planning, and self-control isn't fully developed until your mid to late 20s. That's why what you do during your teen years matters more than you might think.

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Substance use can impact more than a young person’s health. It can affect their education, relationships, and future opportunities.

More than a third of disciplinary actions in Florida schools involve drugs and illicit substances, highlighting the importance of prevention, early intervention, and ongoing support for youth.

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Your brain is in charge of everything you do, from breathing and moving to learning, remembering, and making decisions.

Because your brain is still growing, drugs and alcohol can have a bigger impact than many people realize. The choices you make now can affect your brain for years to come.

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Drug overdose deaths among Florida youth up to age 17 increased by 43% from 2020 to 2021. Awareness, education, and open conversations can help protect young people before substance use becomes a crisis.

Prevention starts with staying informed and staying connected.

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Prevention starts at home, and one of the most powerful tools parents have is information.

Today's young people are exposed to messages about alcohol, va**ng, ma*****na, and other substances through social media, peers, and popular culture. Staying informed can help you have meaningful conversations and guide healthy decision-making.

The Facts. Your Future. provides trusted, fact-based resources to help Florida families navigate these important topics with confidence.

This week, ask your child:
💬 "What messages do you see online about drugs or alcohol?"

You may be surprised by what you learn.

Visit www.ccafl.org/tfyf to explore prevention resources, facts, and conversation starters.