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Community Coalition Alliance Making our Florida communities safer, healthier and drug-free.

June is PTSD Awareness Month.PTSD can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, and it affects people ...
06/01/2026

June is PTSD Awareness Month.

PTSD can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, and it affects people in different ways. While symptoms may look different from person to person, understanding PTSD helps reduce stigma and encourages support.

Awareness matters because many people living with PTSD may not always show visible signs of what they're experiencing.

This month, we're helping build understanding, compassion, and awareness around trauma and recovery.

💙 Healing is possible.
💙 Support is available.
💙 No one has to face it alone.

Silence can create assumptions.When drugs and alcohol aren’t discussed, teens may underestimate the risks of trying them...
05/31/2026

Silence can create assumptions.

When drugs and alcohol aren’t discussed, teens may underestimate the risks of trying them. That gap in understanding can lead to serious consequences.

Consistent, open conversations help shape how teens think about substance use long before they’re faced with a decision.

Learn more: https://ccafl.org/tfyf/

Parents have more influence than they often realize.Even when it doesn’t feel like it, teens are highly impacted by what...
05/29/2026

Parents have more influence than they often realize.

Even when it doesn’t feel like it, teens are highly impacted by what they hear at home. Research shows they are significantly less likely to use substances when clear, ongoing conversations happen with trusted adults.

Social media and peers may shape what teens see, but home shapes how they interpret it.

Learn more: https://ccafl.org/tfyf/

There’s no single reason teens may turn to substances.Peer pressure, stress, mental health struggles, curiosity, trauma,...
05/27/2026

There’s no single reason teens may turn to substances.

Peer pressure, stress, mental health struggles, curiosity, trauma, boredom, and more can all play a role. While every situation is different, the risks of substance use during adolescence can escalate quickly.

These risks include impaired brain development, addiction, academic decline, legal trouble, and even injury or death.

Understanding the root causes helps strengthen prevention.

Learn more: https://ccafl.org/tfyf/

Adolescence is a critical stage of brain development.Because the brain is still maturing, teens are more vulnerable to a...
05/25/2026

Adolescence is a critical stage of brain development.

Because the brain is still maturing, teens are more vulnerable to addiction and long-term effects from drugs and alcohol. Early substance use can also increase the risk of accidents, mental health challenges, and substance use disorders later in life.

The earlier the exposure, the greater the risk.

Learn more: https://ccafl.org/tfyf/

There’s often a disconnect between what parents think and what’s actually happening.Many assume their teen isn’t exposed...
05/23/2026

There’s often a disconnect between what parents think and what’s actually happening.

Many assume their teen isn’t exposed to drugs or alcohol, but research shows substance use among adolescents is more common than expected. Exposure can happen in many environments, and risk-taking behavior is a normal part of adolescent development.

Awareness helps bridge that gap, and is a powerful first step in prevention.

Learn more: https://ccafl.org/tfyf/

Fentanyl is driving a rise in teen overdose deaths.This synthetic opioid can be up to 100 times stronger than morphine a...
05/21/2026

Fentanyl is driving a rise in teen overdose deaths.

This synthetic opioid can be up to 100 times stronger than morphine and is often found in counterfeit pills designed to look like real prescription medications. Many teens may not even realize they’re taking it, and just one pill can be deadly.

As fentanyl continues to appear in fake pills and other substances, awareness and conversation at home are more important than ever.

Visit our website: https://ccafl.org/tfyf/

Teen substance use continues to have devastating consequences.Between 2019 and 2021, drug-related deaths among adolescen...
05/19/2026

Teen substance use continues to have devastating consequences.

Between 2019 and 2021, drug-related deaths among adolescents doubled, affecting families across all backgrounds.

Parents and caregivers are a key line of prevention. Staying informed and creating space for open conversation can help protect your teen.

Visit our website: https://ccafl.org/tfyf/

Did you know we have a Parent Toolkit? 📘Supporting your teen doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. This toolkit is designed...
05/15/2026

Did you know we have a Parent Toolkit? 📘

Supporting your teen doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. This toolkit is designed to help parents start meaningful conversations, understand today’s risks, and stay connected with confidence. Inside you’ll find practical tips, conversation starters, and guidance for navigating tough topics together.

🔗 Access it now at https://ccafl.org/tfyf/

Every choice tells part of your future story.The Facts. Your Future. helps students understand the facts about substance...
05/12/2026

Every choice tells part of your future story.

The Facts. Your Future. helps students understand the facts about substances, clear up myths, and see how informed choices can support the future they want.

And yes, they can earn community service hours, too!
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