Wyoming Valley Alcohol and Drug Services, Inc.

08/24/2026

The next few months will be Student Artwork from Dallas Middle School 6th Graders. The assignment was either a warning label or anti-va**ng ad... **ngawareness **elifestyle

08/24/2026

Parents: Since we are showcasing student art re: va**ng, the parenting as prevention tips will follow suit. From ._.mybreath
How to Talk to your Child about Smoking & Va**ng (to be cont'd)
How to respond
Teach them how to respond with some refusal skills and exit strategies.
● “If anyone is pushing you to do anything you don't want to, just call. I'll pick you up, no questions asked. Better safe than sorry.”

08/24/2026

Prevention builds resilience ― and helps youth, families, communities, and our nation thrive. Visit: www.samhsa.gov/prevention-month

08/23/2026

Parents: Since we are showcasing student art re: va**ng, the parenting as prevention tips will follow suit. From ._.mybreath
How to Talk to your Child about Smoking & Va**ng (to be cont'd)
How to respond
Your child may have been invited to smoke or v**e and didn’t know what to do. Ask openended questions and make it clear that you are listening to them. Teach them how to respond with some refusal skills and exit strategies.

08/22/2026

08/22/2026

Parents: Since we are showcasing student art re: va**ng, the parenting as prevention tips will follow suit. From ._.mybreath
How to Talk to your Child about Smoking & Va**ng (to be cont'd)
Why it's important
It’s easy to say, “Don’t do it because it’s bad for you,” but that’s not as effective as explaining the reasons why it’s bad for them. Also, remember young people don't think much about longterm health consequences, like cancer or heart attacks. Instead, focus on the immediate social consequences, such as getting in trouble or losing control due to ni****ne addiction.
● “Nicotine is bad for your brain. It makes it hard to think clearly around friends and in school.”

08/22/2026

Prevention helps us get ahead of challenges. So that individuals, families, and communities can be healthy and thrive. Visit: www.samhsa.gov/prevention-month