Dads Make a Difference

September 24, 2005

“Getting a Grip on the Cloak of Denial: A Discussion about Helping Teens Resist the Undertow of Substance Abuse”
Presented by: David Pease,
Activist, Author, Father & Founder of the Amistad53 Outreach Program/Former Business Manager of the Miami Dolphins

October 19, 2005

“Understanding the Teenage Brain” A Discussion about Substance Abuse, Risky Behaviors and Prevention Strategies
Co-sponsored with YWCA Parent Awareness
Presented by: Michael Nerney
** DHS Auditorium. Wed. Evening, 7:30PM - 9:30 PM

November 19, 2005

“Talking to your Teen about the Rights, Risks and Responsibilities of Dating & Sexual Relationships”
Presented by: Kari Lincoln,
Director of Operations for the Sexual Assault Crisis and Education Center

April 22, 2006

" Teen Inhalant Abuse is on the Rise: Common Household Products that can Kill"
Presented by Marlene McGann,
Executive Director Meridan & Wallingford Substance Abuse Council

May 13, 2006

“It Is Only a Game…or Is It? The Teen Gambling Phenomenon and Potential Consequences"
Presented by: Barbara Raimundo,
Family Intervention Counselor of Problem Gambling Services of CT