Huntington Drug and Alcohol Counseling CENTER

 An evidence-based program that provides students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes they need to make healthy decisions and avoid drug use. This 10 lesson program uses strategies and teaches key behavioral skills, such as goal setting and making good decisions, which will contribute to their overall health and well-being. (grades 2-8) 

 An evidence-based program that is designed to help the adolescent reduce or abstain from use of substances through motivational interviewing and drug education. This three session curriculum aids the individual in establishing behavior change goals of their own and recognizing that while drug use may have short-term personal benefits for the individual, in the long-term can affect school performance and health. (Ages 12-18) 

 Participants receive character education in areas such as decision making, conflict resolution, and making positive choices. (grades 2,3) 

 This presentation gives an overview of substance abuse. Participants learn about the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse, including addiction, overdose and binge drinking. This presentation is designed to reinforce the perspective that drug abuse and chemical dependency can happen to anyone. (grades 7-8, 9-12) 

 Participants receive a one-time overview of various types of drugs and the side effects associated with each. The presentation also includes a Drug Jeopardy game during which participants test their knowledge. (grades 7-8, 9-12) 

 The Prevention staff is available to attend various health fairs and community activities where students will have the opportunity to receive information on health-related topics and the resources that the Drug and Alcohol Project offers to Huntington Residents.  

Topics for presentations include Opioid Trends and Overdose Reversal with Nalaxone, Overview of Substance Use, Vaping, Alcohol, Marijuana – all tailored to the needs and demographics of the audience.

 Participants are presented with information regarding the effects of drinking alcohol on the mind and body. Participants learn about the impairment of alcohol on an individual’s mental and physical functioning and are presented with several real-life situations that involved drinking and driving as well as statistics reinforcing the presented material.