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From our Parent Center - a monthly series covering the most important and frequently requested parenting topics!
Next meeting April 9:
Birds, Bees, & Brave Conversations
More info, click here.
BRAINS in PROGRESS -a special event for parents and their teens
LM Connects invites all parents and their children of high school age to an important talk with renowned neuroscientist Dr. Stephen Dewey. Dr. Dewey will discuss the neurological effects of addictive substances and behaviors—including nicotine, alcohol, marijuana, online gaming (fortnite, roblox), and gambling — on the adolescent brain. The program empowers parents and students with the knowledge and confidence to guide decision making.
Dr. Dewey has spent over 40 years conducting pre-clinical and clinical research on the effects of addictive substances and behaviors on the human brain. He has published more than 250 peer- reviewed scientific research articles, book chapters, and abstracts. His research has been featured on 20/20, Dateline, Good Morning America, The Today Show, ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, CNN, The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal.
Wednesday, March 18
7:00 PM
Mamaroneck High School Tiered Classroom
LM CONNECTS sponsors a Community-Level Youth Development Evaluation (CLYDE) survey every two years which is completed by students at Hommocks and Mamaroneck High School. The survey highlights local alcohol and substance use trends and helps to inform district and community programming. The results of the survey were presented this past fall, as we heard directly from survey expert Dan Webb regarding his insights on the trends our teens are facing concerning alcohol and drug use specifically our community. In addition, a panel of support professionals - social workers Helene Fremder and Nicolette Laoiza, youth officer Frank Maresca, and LMCCC’s clinical director Alan Dienstag - shared their insights and provided meaningful suggestions for how parents and community members can support our students. Visit the event page to view a recording!
One major take home of the evening regarding prevention when it comes to substance use/abuse: communicate often and early with your kids! Check out this list of DOs and DON'Ts to keep in mind when having conversations with your kids.