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Stylish Gifts That Give Back For the Holidays

Beehiveshop.com kicks off campaign to support The Partnership at Drugfree.org and raises awareness about teen substance abuse. …

The Partnership at Drugfree.org Comments on Results of Proposition 19 in California

Although voters in California did not pass Proposition 19 in yesterday’s election, today not much has changed for families. The ongoing debate on the proposed legalization of marijuana has already succeeded in confusing many parents and teens across the nation, …

Making a Difference Through Song: Annual Fundraiser Honors Russell Bietsch; Raises Awareness of Teen Substance Abuse

Bietsch family holds annual fundraiser to honor son, Russell Bietsch and raise awareness of teen substance abuse …

Melissa Gilbert is New Celebrity Champion for The Partnership at Drugfree.org

We are excited to welcome mother, actor and author Melissa Gilbert as our New Celebrity Champion. Melissa joins our cause to help parents prevent and get help for a child who may be struggling with drug or alcohol addiction. The Partnership at Drugfree.org is now working with Melissa to empower parents and families across the country with a message of hope and strength as she shares her deep, personal connection to our issue. …

We Remember Thomas Burket and Jody Woodruff, Jr.

Last month, the Burket family of Lowell, MA, held their second memorial fundraiser to honor their son. …

More Than One-Third of Parents Concerned Teens’ Exposure to Media Hinders Parent/Child Communication About Dangers of Drug and Alcohol Use

New omnibus research from the Partnership for a Drug-Free America shows that more than one-third of parents are concerned that TV (38 percent), computers (37 percent) and video games (33 percent) make it harder for them to communicate with their media-engrossed teens about risky behaviors, like drug and alcohol use. …

Partnership for a Drug-Free America Partners With WeeWorld to Connect With Teens Through Measurable Social Media

The Partnership for a Drug-Free America and WeeWorld, recently teamed up to educate teens about substance abuse prevention and the real-life consequences of drug and alcohol use. The custom campaign underscores the power of embracing measurable social media to connect directly with teen audiences. …

National Study: New Data Show Teen Girls More Likely to See Benefits in Drug and Alcohol Use

Survey data released today by the Partnership for a Drug-Free America® and MetLife Foundation found that teenage girls are more likely than teenage boys to perceive potential benefits from drug use and drinking, making teen girls more vulnerable to drug and alcohol abuse. …

New Study Shows Teens Need Help When Parents Feel Least Prepared to Provide It

~ Parent or a Pal? Parents Are Conflicted and Want Support ~ ~Partnership Launches Major Digital Effort to Help Parents Connect with Kids~ New York, NY – June 11, 2008 – The early teen years are not only a turbulent …