Substance Use/Misuse

In this webinar series (PDF, 2 pages), presenters will share strengths and experiences around uplifting and supporting Native youth. The series is designed for Tribal health educators, teachers, parents, prevention specialists, and other adults who share a passion for improving the lives of Native youth. Webinar topics include:  Sexual Health 101: ...

This publication (PDF, 8 pages) provides an overview of marijuana use among young people and describes the physical, academic, and social consequences of marijuana use. The resource offers tips for how to help prevent marijuana use among young people and shares relevant federal resources. Learn more (PDF, 8 pages).  ...

This brief (PDF, 15 pages) assesses whether and how rates of substance use and substance use disorder (SUD) among adults (ages 18 and older) differ by race and ethnicity. Findings are based off five years of data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH). Learn more. 

This fact sheet (PDF, 8 pages) provides information and strategies for addressing opioid overdoses at K-12 schools and institutions of higher education (IHEs) through emergency operations plans (EOPs) and other preparedness activities. Learn more. 

This resource (PDF, 8 pages) shares an overview of marijuana use among young people and provides tips for how to get involved to prevent marijuana use among youth and young adults. The publication describes the physical, academic, and social consequences of marijuana use and offers federal resources to assist in ...

This quiz tests users’ knowledge of slang or street names for drugs. The quiz is part of DEA’s efforts to combat drug misuse. Learn more. 

The National Coalition Institute (NCI) has launched a new website. The NCI provides training, coalition development support, outreach, and evaluation and research services to support drug-free communities. The new website serves as a resource hub that offers comprehensive support for community coalitions seeking training, guidance, and resources to take their ...

This webpage provides a summary of substances that can impair driving and shares a list of responsible behaviors to avoid drug-impaired driving. The webpage also describes NHTSA’s If You Feel Different, You Drive Different drug-impaired driving prevention initiative. Learn more. 

This webpage outlines risk factors and consequences for drunk driving. The webpage shares drunk driving laws and regulations and additional resources. Learn more. 

This toolkit offers resources to assist school nurses and other school leaders in evaluating and responding to the drug overdose crisis through the implementation of a naloxone program in schools. The toolkit is organized in the following sections:  Creating a Naloxone Program in Your School  Campus Protocols for Emergency Naloxone Administration  Communication Resources  Learn ...