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New Drivers, New Dangers: Navigating Substance Use with Teen Drivers
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As your teenager approaches the exhilarating yet nerve-wracking milestone of obtaining their driver's license, join us for a compelling episode titled "New Drivers, New Dangers: Navigating Substance Use with Teen Drivers." In this insightful conversation, our expert hosts, Amy, Jodie, and Rick, delve into the critical juncture of teenage peer pressure, drug use, and driving safety.
This episode is a comprehensive guide for parents and guardians, offering invaluable strategies to ensure the safety and well-being of young drivers. With a focus on proactive preparation, the hosts explore essential topics such as building smart pedestrian habits, refining driving skills, and addressing the unique challenges posed by adolescent brain development. From fostering open conversations about driving under the influence to utilizing technology and contracts to promote responsible behaviors, this episode empowers parents to guide their teen drivers through these potentially hazardous scenarios. Join us for a compelling discussion that provides you with the essential tools needed to navigate the road ahead and ensure the safety of your young drivers.
Key Takeaways:
Proactive preparation is crucial as teens obtain their driver's license, requiring parents' guidance to navigate potential risks.
Fostering smart pedestrian habits and consistent skill refinement contribute to driving competence and overall road safety.
Differentiating between behaviors and driving decisions helps teens make responsible choices and avoid driving under the influence (DUI).
Open conversations, starting with initial dialogue, establish a foundation for discussing sensitive topics such as drug use and driving.
Creating a safe haven at home encourages discussions about drug use and driving, while contracts engage teens in the process.
Utilizing technology like apps and advanced drivers' education enhances monitoring and promotes responsible driving behaviors.
Acknowledging the impact of drugs on driving abilities and emphasizing responsible choices is paramount for teen drivers' safety.
Jodie Sweetin is an actress, author, and advocate, best known for her role as Stephanie Tanner on the iconic sitcom "Full House" and its sequel "Fuller House". In 2009 she penned her memoir, "unSweetined", which chronicles her journey through addiction and into recovery. With her frank and open approach, Jodie has emerged as a compelling speaker and advocate who now seeks to use her platform and experiences to educate others and reduce the stigma associated with addiction and recovery.
Dr. Krystal M. Lewis is a licensed Clinical Psychologist at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). She received her PhD from Virginia Tech and completed clinical training at Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. Dr. Lewis is passionate about the provision of clinical care, training, and mentorship and uses culturally informed, developmentally appropriate, and evidence-based approaches. Her clinical and research interests are focused on identifying mechanisms of change in psychological treatment for pediatric anxiety disorders. She has a small private practice where she provides assessment, treatment and psychoeducational testing to children, adolescents, and adults. She is a Board member for the Anxiety and Depression Association of America and a member of the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies.
Rick Birt is the current Director of the Washington, DC Highway Safety Office and an international expert in mobility safety. In this role, Rick works with stakeholders across the District to leverage educational programs, public outreach, and equitable enforcement to keep the traveling public safe. Over the past decade, Rick has worked with youth organizations, government bodies, and safety advocates to raise the safety profile of pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists alike. In his previous role, Rick led Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD), the nation's largest youth prevention and activism organization, serving for five years as the President and CEO and in various roles before that. He has authored numerous publications on teen traffic safety and is frequently called upon by the media to help parents and other adult allies become the driving coach their new drivers need. Rick is a graduate of Wittenberg University, where he obtained a bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Urban Studies, and the Ohio State University where he received his Master's in Public Administration and Leadership.
Elks: As a 150-year-old organization, they are 100% inclusive with a membership of close to 1 million diverse men and women in over 2,000 Lodges nationally, and while they consider themselves faith based, they are nondenominational and open to all creeds. The Elks have always prided themselves on civic duty, and the Elks Drug and Alcohol Prevention (DAP) program is the nation's largest all volunteer Kids Drug & Alcohol Use Prevention program. The Elks are also strong supporters of our brave men and women in the military, having built and donated the nation's first VA Hospital to the U.S. government. The Elks have donated more than $3.6 billion in cash, goods, and services to enrich the lives of millions of people!
DEA: The United States Drug Enforcement Administration was created in 1973 by President Nixon after the government noticed an alarming rise in recreational drug use and drug-related crime. A division of the Department of Justice, DEA enforces controlled substances laws by apprehending offenders to be prosecuted for criminal and civil crimes. DEA is the largest and most effective antidrug organization in the world, with 241 domestic locations in 23 field divisions and 93 international field divisions in 69 countries.
Resources/Links
Growing Up Drug Free: A Parent’s Guide to Substance Use Prevention
Elks Drug Awareness Program Website
Jodie Sweetin’s Links
Rick Birt’s Links
Links Mentioned
NIH (National Institutes of Health) on Teen Substance Abuse
SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions)
MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) Teen Resources
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) - Teen Driving
NHTSA's "If You Feel Different, You Drive Different" Campaign
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