An article in the North County Daily Star highlights how the North Coastal Prevention Coalition serving the communities of Vista, Carlsbad and Oceanside, California, has integrated IBH’s One Choice prevention message into its youth prevention efforts:
For today’s teens, many uncertainties can feel very overwhelming. But one thing remains certain – avoiding alcohol, tobacco, marijuana and other drugs is the best choice to promote healthy physical and mental development. Preventing or delaying all substance use by teens reduces the risk of later addiction as adults.
The good news is that most teens are making that choice. Members of the North Coastal Prevention Coalition (NCPC) are encouraging others to join them.
“Life is the most precious gift, and the teenage years are a deciding factor of how that life will be made,” notes Madison Matella, Vice-President of NCPC’s Youth Coalition. “I like the One Choice message because it’s positive and will help me encourage my peers to make healthy choices.”
