2-1-1 Addiction Hotline
www.nj211.org
2-1-1 provides free, personal assistance to anyone trying to navigate the health and human services system, government assistance programs, and local community resources in their struggle with substance abuse issues. 2-1-1 provides information and referral services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
www.nj211.org
2-1-1 provides free, personal assistance to anyone trying to navigate the health and human services system, government assistance programs, and local community resources in their struggle with substance abuse issues. 2-1-1 provides information and referral services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Cape Atlantic ResourceNet
http://www.capeatlanticresourcenet.org
CapeAtlantic ResourceNet is an on-line directory of Atlantic and Cape May Counties’ many valuable resources. It is for all community members to use as a way to locate resources geared toward youth up to age 21 and their families throughout their local communities.
http://www.capeatlanticresourcenet.org
CapeAtlantic ResourceNet is an on-line directory of Atlantic and Cape May Counties’ many valuable resources. It is for all community members to use as a way to locate resources geared toward youth up to age 21 and their families throughout their local communities.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
www.cdc.gov (main site)
www.cdc.gov/alcohol/index.htm (Alcohol and public health)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), located in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, is an agency of the Department of Health and Human Services established to promote health and quality of life by preventing and controlling disease, injury, and disability.
www.cdc.gov (main site)
www.cdc.gov/alcohol/index.htm (Alcohol and public health)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), located in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, is an agency of the Department of Health and Human Services established to promote health and quality of life by preventing and controlling disease, injury, and disability.
Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
https://www.hazeldenbettyford.org/treatment/family-children/childrens-program/resources
Hazelden is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people recover from alcoholism and other drug addiction. We provide residential and outpatient treatment for adults and young people, programs for families affected by chemical dependency, and training for a variety of professionals. Hazelden is also known as the world’s premier publisher of information on this subject and related areas.
https://www.hazeldenbettyford.org/treatment/family-children/childrens-program/resources
Hazelden is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people recover from alcoholism and other drug addiction. We provide residential and outpatient treatment for adults and young people, programs for families affected by chemical dependency, and training for a variety of professionals. Hazelden is also known as the world’s premier publisher of information on this subject and related areas.
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/brochures-and-fact-sheets/parenting-prevent-childhood-alcohol-use
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, as part of the U.S. National Institutes of Health, supports and conducts biomedical and behavioural research on the causes, consequences, treatment, and prevention of alcoholism and alcohol-related problems.
https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/brochures-and-fact-sheets/parenting-prevent-childhood-alcohol-use
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, as part of the U.S. National Institutes of Health, supports and conducts biomedical and behavioural research on the causes, consequences, treatment, and prevention of alcoholism and alcohol-related problems.
NJ Parent Link
www.njparentlink.nj.gov/njparentlink
NJ Parent Link is a statewide website initiative made possible by the work of the New Jersey Early Childhood Comprehensive System (NJ ECCS) Team. The focus of the website is to highlight NJ state services and resources. Federal, nationally-respected and community partner resources are also included.
www.njparentlink.nj.gov/njparentlink
NJ Parent Link is a statewide website initiative made possible by the work of the New Jersey Early Childhood Comprehensive System (NJ ECCS) Team. The focus of the website is to highlight NJ state services and resources. Federal, nationally-respected and community partner resources are also included.
ParentCheckNJ
parentchecknj.com/
The NJ Social Marketing Collaborative was developed by the New Jersey Prevention Network (NJPN), the Partnership for a Drug Free New Jersey (PDFNJ) and the New Jersey AD Club in order to positively impact the 18 to 25 year olds and their parents. Bringing together the expertise of these three organizations and adding the full Collaborative membership establishes a strong base to develop and implement a statewide effective prevention program.
parentchecknj.com/
The NJ Social Marketing Collaborative was developed by the New Jersey Prevention Network (NJPN), the Partnership for a Drug Free New Jersey (PDFNJ) and the New Jersey AD Club in order to positively impact the 18 to 25 year olds and their parents. Bringing together the expertise of these three organizations and adding the full Collaborative membership establishes a strong base to develop and implement a statewide effective prevention program.
Parents Empowered
parentsempowered.org/
is to eliminate underage drinking in along with the devastating effects that alcohol has on children. We do this by motivating and enabling parents to take a more active role in keeping their children alcohol-free.
parentsempowered.org/
is to eliminate underage drinking in along with the devastating effects that alcohol has on children. We do this by motivating and enabling parents to take a more active role in keeping their children alcohol-free.
Parent to Parent
www.parent2parentnj.org
Parent-To-Parent is a Grassroots Coalition for parents and loved ones who are suffering the ravaging effects of substance abuse.
www.parent2parentnj.org
Parent-To-Parent is a Grassroots Coalition for parents and loved ones who are suffering the ravaging effects of substance abuse.
Partnership for Drug-Free Kids
https://drugfree.org/
organization for families addressing every aspect of substance use and addiction, from prevention to recovery. Empowering parents and caregivers with support and guidance using the latest science-based information.
https://drugfree.org/
organization for families addressing every aspect of substance use and addiction, from prevention to recovery. Empowering parents and caregivers with support and guidance using the latest science-based information.
SAMHSA - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
https://www.samhsa.gov/
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.
https://www.samhsa.gov/
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.
Stopbullying.gov
stopbullying.gov/index.html
Stopbullying.gov provides information from various government agencies on how kids, teens, young adults, parents, educators and others in the community can prevent or stop bullying.
stopbullying.gov/index.html
Stopbullying.gov provides information from various government agencies on how kids, teens, young adults, parents, educators and others in the community can prevent or stop bullying.
Underage Drinking Information for Parents
Issues/Facts
- Underage drinking leads to nearly 5,000 deaths annually and costs the economy an estimated $24 billion each year.
- There were approximately 190,000 emergency room visits by people under the age of 21 for injuries and other conditions caused by alcohol in 2010.
- More than 90% of the alcohol consumed by underage drinkers is consumed by binge drinking.
- Drinking under the age of 21 is strongly linked with alcohol impaired driving.
- There is evidence that the Minimum Legal Drinking Age (MLDA) of 21 protects drinkers from alcohol and other drug dependence, adverse birth outcomes, and suicide/homicide. The MLDA helps save lives, prevent motor vehicle crashes, and decreases underage drinking.
- There are many consequences of underage drinking, such as an increased risk of dependency later in life, school issues, social issues, legal issues, and more.
New Jersey Laws
Providing Alcohol to Persons Under 21
*Exemptions: Any underage person or persons who possesses or consumes alcoholic beverages in connection with religious observance, ceremony or right or consumes or possesses an alcoholic beverage in the presence of and with the permission of the guardian who has reached the legal age to purchase and consume alcoholic beverages.*
Providing Alcohol to Persons Under 21
- It is a criminal offense in the State of New Jersey (2C:33-17a) to serve alcohol to anyone under the legal age of 21. You could receive a fine of up to $1,000 and/or up to 6 months imprisonment.
- It is a criminal offense in the State of New Jersey (2C:33-17b) to make your home or property available for the purpose of allowing minors a place to consume alcohol. You could receive a fine of up to $1,000 and /or up to 6 months imprisonment.
*Exemptions: Any underage person or persons who possesses or consumes alcoholic beverages in connection with religious observance, ceremony or right or consumes or possesses an alcoholic beverage in the presence of and with the permission of the guardian who has reached the legal age to purchase and consume alcoholic beverages.*
New Jersey’s Social Host Law (Section 2A:15-5.5 of the New Jersey Revised Statutes)
New Jersey allows an injured person to seek damages from a social host if the social host provided alcohol to an intoxicated person who causes harm, and:
New Jersey allows an injured person to seek damages from a social host if the social host provided alcohol to an intoxicated person who causes harm, and:
- The person was visibly intoxicated in the presence of the host;
- The beverages were provided "under circumstances manifesting reckless disregard of the consequences" the circumstances created an "unreasonable risk" of harm to life or property; or
- The injury resulted from a motor vehicle accident caused by the intoxicated person who was served by the social host.
- In New Jersey, there is a specific statute that prohibits adults from serving minors alcoholic beverages: Providing Alcohol to Minors: N.J.S. 2C:33-17.
- If you are hosting a party, and there are minors present, it is your job to ensure they are not either openly or secretly drinking any alcohol which you have provided.
- You cannot give alcohol to your child’s friends if they are under 21 years old, even with their parent’s permission.
- Anyone who purposely or knowingly offers, serves, or makes alcohol available to minors can be charged with a disorderly person’s offense, lose property, and/or serve jail time.
- Anyone who was injured by an intoxicated guest can bring a personal injury claim under these kinds of laws.
- There are two types of social host liability cases, first party and third party cases:
- “first party” - when the injured plaintiff is the person who was given the alcoholic drinks. Most states do not allow first party social host liability cases unless the plaintiff is a minor.
- “third party” - when the injured person is someone other than the drunk person. So, if you are hit by a drunk driver, and the driver got drunk at a party, you would potentially have a third party social host liability case against the person who provided the alcohol at the party.
Direct/Indirect Consequences
Alternatives
- Six months in jail and/or $1,000 fine for a misdemeanor charge
- 1+ year in prison and/or up to $5,000 fine for a felony charge
- A lawsuit from anyone hurt or any property damaged because of the alcohol you provided
- Confiscation of alcohol, money, or property used in committing the offense
- Termination of employment/Homelessness
- Being separated from your child
- Financial/Emotional stress
Alternatives
- Mocktails
- Alcohol-free activities
- Party at a restaurant
- Just say no
- Monitor the area where the alcohol is being held during the party
- Provide specific cups for alcohol use only for those over 21
Teaching Teens how to Refuse Negative Peer Pressure
As a parent or guardian, we need to remember it is not always as easy as “JUST SAYING NO”. Have you ever given reasons and/or had follow up conversations because saying no just didn’t feel like enough? Imagine how uncomfortable these conversations may be for your teen. To them, saying yes may seem like the easier thing to do because it takes away the temptation and/or pressure, but as you know, this can lead to regret and bad outcomes/decisions. So, while teens are always concerned with disappointing their friends, there are several ways you can help them avoid giving into peer pressure. The best thing you can do is to communicate with them and help them prepare for these tough conversations. Below are some refusal skills that you can teach. Practice different scenarios with them, you playing “the friend” will help them to be better prepared for these situations.
THANKS BUT NO THANKS – They can be polite and thank the person but let them know that they are not interested.
BE FIRM/REPEAT IF NECESSARY - When they say no they need to be firm and confident in that response so their decision is clear. If a person feels your teen is not confident, they will continue to try to persuade them. They may have to repeat themselves at different times/occasions as a reminder that they are not interested but they should not be discouraged and must remain firm in their decision.
MAKE AN EXCUSE/BLAME PARENT – They can say they have something else to do or somewhere else to be. One of the easiest things for them to do is to blame their parent, they can say that you are making them do something else or they will be grounded if they get caught.
SUGGEST DOING SOMETHING ELSE – Maybe playing basketball, watching a movie, going to the boardwalk or playing video games will sound more appealing to others. They may have to get creative with different ideas to get friends to go along.
MAKE JOKES – Jokes can divert attention and take some pressure off because it will lighten the mood.
GIVE REASONS – They can explain why they think it is a bad idea and what things they considered in making the decision. For instance, playing sports or having a family history of drug/alcohol misuse. Rather than wait for a why, they should be upfront and give reasons with their initial response.
IGNORE SUGGESTION – They can pretend that they didn’t hear what was suggested and quickly change the topic of the conversation.
POWER IN NUMBERS – It is easier when others are saying no too. They can make a pact with a couple of friends to support each other in their decisions to say no. If they discuss this with some friends in advance, they will all be better equipped when a situation arises.
CONCERN FOR OTHERS – Just like giving their own reasons, they can address concerns that they have for others. There are usually a lot of “what ifs” in making a decision and using these can help support their decision.
TAKE ACTION/LEAVE – Just walking away can be risky but sometimes it may be their best option. If they feel like using other refusal skills won’t work, they can always leave the conversation/situation to avoid making things worse.
BE FIRM/REPEAT IF NECESSARY - When they say no they need to be firm and confident in that response so their decision is clear. If a person feels your teen is not confident, they will continue to try to persuade them. They may have to repeat themselves at different times/occasions as a reminder that they are not interested but they should not be discouraged and must remain firm in their decision.
MAKE AN EXCUSE/BLAME PARENT – They can say they have something else to do or somewhere else to be. One of the easiest things for them to do is to blame their parent, they can say that you are making them do something else or they will be grounded if they get caught.
SUGGEST DOING SOMETHING ELSE – Maybe playing basketball, watching a movie, going to the boardwalk or playing video games will sound more appealing to others. They may have to get creative with different ideas to get friends to go along.
MAKE JOKES – Jokes can divert attention and take some pressure off because it will lighten the mood.
GIVE REASONS – They can explain why they think it is a bad idea and what things they considered in making the decision. For instance, playing sports or having a family history of drug/alcohol misuse. Rather than wait for a why, they should be upfront and give reasons with their initial response.
IGNORE SUGGESTION – They can pretend that they didn’t hear what was suggested and quickly change the topic of the conversation.
POWER IN NUMBERS – It is easier when others are saying no too. They can make a pact with a couple of friends to support each other in their decisions to say no. If they discuss this with some friends in advance, they will all be better equipped when a situation arises.
CONCERN FOR OTHERS – Just like giving their own reasons, they can address concerns that they have for others. There are usually a lot of “what ifs” in making a decision and using these can help support their decision.
TAKE ACTION/LEAVE – Just walking away can be risky but sometimes it may be their best option. If they feel like using other refusal skills won’t work, they can always leave the conversation/situation to avoid making things worse.
Drug and Alcohol Treatment Resource Guide
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