Catalyst Coalition of Napa County
    

Mission:  To use our community's collaborative strength to address and combat 
underage use of alcohol, marijuana, tobacco and other drugs in Napa County 

Youth Marijuana Prevention Initiative
"Above the Influence"
HOT OFF THE PRESSES...

Press Democrat: "Former Teenage Drug Addict Offers Counsel to his Charges" -- about Craig Fraser, who grew up in St. Helena.

American Canyon Eagle: "Anti-Alcohol Group Tackling Teen Pot Use" -- about American Canyon getting on board with the new teen marijuana initiative.

St. Helena Star:  "Anti-pot Campaign Starts Here" --about St. Helena's efforts to prevent teen marijuana use.


RED RIBBON WEEK A SUCCESS!

A huge thanks to the National Guard for landing helicopters at middle schools around the county, and to all of our volunteers for making the week a memorable one!






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YOUTH MARIJUANA PREVENTION INITIATIVE

WHAT:
The Catalyst Coalition has launched a county-wide effort to address teen marijuana use by engaging community leaders in the development and implementation of an action plan.  Similar to the coalition's successful strategy to combat teen alcohol use, the marijuana prevention initiative targets environmental factors that influence drug use such as policies and regulations, cultural norms, and youth access.

WHY:
  • The California Healthy Kids Survey conducted in 2009 showed that marijuana use among Napa County high school students grew between 3 and 5% over the past 5 years and approximately 78% of area high school juniors believe marijuana is easy to get.
  • Marijuana is addictive.  More teens are in treatment with a primary diagnosis of marijuana dependence than for all other illicit drugs combined.*
  • Using marijuana can also lead to disturbed perceptions and thoughts; moreover, marijuana use can worsen psychotic symptoms in people who have schizophrenia.*
  • There are higher rates of depression, anxiety and suicidal thinking among people who use marijuana when compared to people who don't use.  Teens who start using marijuana before age 15 are more likely to suffer from anxiety and depression in early adulthood.  A new study shows that smoking marijuana is associated with a 40% increase risk of psychosis, and the risk is greater among regular and frequent users.*
*Above references sourced from www.abovetheinfluence.com

HOW:

Using the Strategic Prevention Framework (see Strategic Plan page) from the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America, Catalyst Coalition will work with community members to create a five-year plan that includes assessment, planning, capacity building, implementation, and evaluation.   

ACT:
  • Join the Catalyst Coalition
  • Volunteer
  • Donate
  • Contact Lisa Toller at ltoller@ncoe.k12.ca.us ~ (707) 253-6838
  • Learn - check out these resources:

 






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Websites & Publications

Catalyst Coalition Position Paper on Medical Marijuana

http://www.abovetheinfluence.com 

http://theantidrug.com

http://timetotalk.org

http://nida.nih.gov

Office of National Drug Control Policy:  Marijuana Fact Sheet
Office of National Drug Control Policy:  Marijuana Legalization Fact Sheet


BREAKING NEWS:  Napa Passes Moratorium on Medical Marijuana Facilities - click here to view Napa Valley Register article.

*Stoned driving is becoming a major hazard on the roads...read this LA Times article for the more information.

*Teens & Marijuana, Santa Rosa Press Democrat

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