PACT Coalition for Safe and Drug-Free Communities

Being different doesn’t mean being wrong. It means being real. Embrace what makes you, YOU. 👉 For more info or to get involved, check out DoSomething.org — youth-led campaigns that celebrate differences and helping youth do good. dosomething.org

No matter your background, voice, or story—there’s space for you. You matter. You belong. 👉 For more info or support, visit Love is Respect — a safe space for youth to explore who you are, relationships, and belonging. loveisrespect.org

🌿 You don’t have to choose between where you come from and where you’re going. Your roots give you strength to grow. 👉 To connect with your roots through powerful stories, visit Global Oneness Project — where backgrounds and storytelling inspire connection and growth.

✋ Your background isn’t a costume. It’s lived, not worn for fun. Respect it. Learn about it. Celebrate your and other histories. 👉 To explore how to respect different lifestyles with depth and awareness, visit Race Forward — where fairness and education go hand in hand.

Acceptance begins with how you treat yourself. Speak kindly to yourself. You’re doing better than you think. 👉 For more self-care tips and support, visit jedfoundation.org — resources for emotional health and resilience. #AcceptanceStartsWithYou #YouthEmpowerment

You are more than a label. More than a box. More than what people assume. 👉 For more info on growing beyond labels, visit the links below for youth navigating who they are and self-expression. youngwomenshealth.org youngmenshealthsite.org #AcceptanceOverJudgment

Accepting yourself means checking in with how you feel. Your emotions matter. Your peace matters. It’s okay to ask for support. 👉 For more help with emotional wellness, visit mindingyourmind.org — interactive tools and stories created with youth, for youth. #Acceptance

Acceptance starts with kindness. A smile. A “you’re good.” A “you’re not alone.” 👉 For more ideas on spreading kindness, visit randomactsofkindness.org — tools and challenges for youth. #ChooseKindness #AcceptanceMatters #Youth #LeadWithLove #KindnessCounts #TogetherWeGrow

Meth use during pregnancy increased risk of preterm birth and mortality compared to the general population. For more information, go to tinyurl.com/pzf95xzr #Pregnancy #Facts #DrugFacts #SubstanceMisuse #PrenatalAwaremess #Risk #Mothers #Methamphetamine

Meth can cause euphoria and alertness—but also paranoia, anxiety, irregular heartbeat, stroke, and even death. Long-term use leads to insomnia, memory loss, and addiction. Learn more: nida.nih.gov/research-topic… #SubstanceMisuse #Risk #Meth #Methamphetamine #NIDA #MethEffects

Repeated use builds tolerance, requiring higher doses to feel the same effects. Withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, insomnia, fatigue, and depression can occur when it wears off. Stay informed and stay safe. For more information visit americanaddictioncenters.org/blog/meth-stat… #Dopamine #DrugFacts

Regular use can cause a person's heart rate and blood pressure to rise, brain blood vessels to be damaged leading to strokes. Chronic use can cause heart lining inflammation, hyperthermia, convulsions, and death. For more information, go to tinyurl.com/5e5bne93 #Overdose

Studies suggest e-cigarettes with nicotine may help adults quit smoking more effectively than those without nicotine or no treatment. However, the long-term health effects remain uncertain. Learn more at cdc.gov/tobacco/e-ciga… #CDC #FDA #Vaping #Nicotine #ECigs

Quitting vaping is similar to quitting smoking since both involve nicotine addiction and withdrawal symptoms. Scientists are studying the best ways to help. For more info, visit cdc.gov/tobacco/e-ciga… #CDC #Vaping #ECigs #Addiction #Nicotine #Quitting #Withdrawal #PACT

Why do teens vape? A 2022 study found the main reasons are taste and entertainment (63%), experimentation (29%), and replacing traditional cigarettes (7%). Learn more: tinyurl.com/ynz7mmr2 #ECigs #Vapes #Ads #Risks #HighSchool #Trends #Influence

Aerosol from e-cigarettes can also contain harmful and potentially harmful substances. These include cancer-causing chemicals and tiny particles that can be inhaled deep into lungs. For more information visit cdc.gov/tobacco/e-ciga… #Vaping #Nicotine #Youth #CDC #Prevention

Long-term cocaine use increases the risk of stroke, seizures, brain bleeding, and movement disorders like Parkinson's. It also impairs cognitive functions such as attention, memory, and decision-making. Learn more at #long-term" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">nida.nih.gov/research-topic… #NIDA #Cocaine #Prevention

Chronic use leads to weight loss and malnourishment. It has toxic effects on the heart and cardiovascular system, increasing the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other severe health issues. Stay informed about the dangers of cocaine. Protect your health and make safe choices.

Research suggests that cocaine elevates stress hormones, inducing neuroadaptations that further increase sensitivity to the drug and cues associated with it. For more information, go to nida.nih.gov/research-topic… #Cocaine #Stress #Danger #Drugs #Prevention

Short-term cocaine use increases heart rate, blood pressure, and temperature, and can cause erratic behavior. Long-term abuse leads to severe health issues like heart attacks, strokes, and respiratory failure. Learn more: nationwidechildrens.org/family-resourc… #Cocaine #Awareness