Synthetic marijuana is like a loaded gun

December 31st, 2011

Here are links to a video and an article about a dangerous substance that is not seen as dangerous by many teens: synthetic marijuana. Also known as Spice, or “K-2″, this drug is sold on the internet and in some stores [...]

New report says use of marijuana by teens is up, alcohol use down (or is it?)

December 15th, 2011

The results of a nationwide survey of 10-12 graders partially reflect what’s going on in Oklahoma. Marijuana and K-2 use is reported on the upswing from the reports we get when we talk to schools in our state. But abuse of [...]

New study promotes family talk to deter substance abuse

December 13th, 2011

Here’s a study that confirms what common sense tells you. It helps for parents or guardians to talk to their teens about substance abuse. According to this study, a family-centered prevention program can help deter substance use, conduct problems [...]

FATE visits with OSU athletes about Life of An Athlete

December 8th, 2011

FATE recently had the privilege of speaking to OSU athletes and, in a special session, spoke to OSU’s Fiesta Bowl bound football team. FATE founder Reggie Whitten (pictured) and Executive Director Jim Priest talked about the negative impact alcohol and [...]

There is hope for meth users!

December 4th, 2011

Here’s a great story about Lynette Moreau, a woman caught in slavery to meth who finally was liberated with self-discipline and support from her family and a college professor. Now SHE is a college professor. Here’s a critically important part of [...]