THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2020
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Dear <<First Name>>,
Did you miss the Social Media Boundaries or Relationships & Substances webinars? Would you like to check out the pictures from the Town of Cohasset's Pumpkin Decorating Contest?
These & MORE have been added to to the PAST EVENTS page on our website-with webinars available on-demand to fit your schedule!
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It's Not "Just" Alcohol...
Based on answers to questions asked during the Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) administered to Cohasset Middle and High School students in the spring of 2019, there is a direct correlation between youth alcohol use and vaping and marijuana use. Please click on the graphic to learn more on how Cohasset students responded.
Additional infographics from the YRBS can be found here.
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Peter Pescatore, We Thank You!
A pioneer for Cohasset programming, Safe Harbor recognizes Peter Pescatore for his contribution of countless hours over these past 5 years as a volunteer, as a steering committee member, and as the coalition treasurer. In early October, Peter Pescatore stepped down from his position as Treasurer for Safe Harbor Cohasset, Inc.
The heart of a volunteer is not measured in size but by the depth of the commitment to make a difference in the lives of others. Peter, we wish you all the luck in your future endeavors including your continued position as Chair of Cohasset Open Space & Recreation Committee.
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LOCAL SUPPORT GROUPS
By Scituate FACTS Coalition
The Scituate FACTS Coalition invites schools and families from other communities to participate in free support groups over zoom this fall. We hope even more youth will participate and create a richer experience for all.
Support Groups Offered Include:
- Marijuana Intervention and Support Virtual Group (8 weeks) Starting Wednesday, November 18th, 12:00-1:00pm, via Zoom
- "Virtually Connected" Vaping Cessation Group (5 weeks) Starting Wednesday, December 2nd, 1:30-2:30, via Zoom
- Gosnold Reaching Out Family Support Group, meeting virtually on Sundays from 11:00am-12:30pm via Zoom.
Please CLICK HERE for more information.
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MUST SEE MOVIE-THE SOCIAL DILEMMA
Docudrama by Netflix, Directed by Jeff Orlowski, 2020, PG-13
"The film explores the rise of social media and the damage it has caused to society, focusing on its exploitation of its users for financial gain through surveillance capitalism and data mining, how its design is meant to nurture an addiction, its use in politics, its effect on mental health (including the mental health of adolescents and rising teen suicide rates), and its role in spreading conspiracy theories. The film features interviews with many individuals who give first-hand experiences of working in and around the tech industry." -Wikipedia
Please CLICK HERE to learn more and watch the official movie trailer.
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SHOULD PARENTS LET KIDS DRINK?
By Seth J. Gillihan, Ph.D., Psychology Today
"If you’re surprised by the statistics about exposure to alcohol and subsequent problems, you’re not alone. Stories like mine can lead us to believe (as I did) that it’s safer to expose kids to alcohol at a younger age."
A review and meta-analysis of 13 studies confirmed that young people are less likely to develop alcohol problems if their parents have stricter rules about alcohol use.
Please CLICK HERE to continue...
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FROM THE GROUND UP: SILE FOSTERS MAINSTAY WITH COHASSET’S YOUTH AMBASSADORS
By Quinn Kelly, Wicked Local Cohasset, November 2020
“The volunteerism that Sile has helped to inspire looks to be something that will extend past the now senior’s time at Cohasset High. Sile has constructed a program that is built to last, and knows she’s ready to pass the torch to another motivated student after her graduation this spring.”
Please CLICK HERE to continue to article on Wicked Local with additional Pictures.
Please CLICK HERE to read a PDF of the article.
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TEENS SPENDING MORE TIME IN EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AND LESS TIME IN FRONT OF SCREENS HAVE BETTER MENTAL HEALTH, STUDY FINDS
By Leah Asmelash, CNN, November 2020
"If you're worried about your kids' mental health, particularly because of the Covid-19 pandemic and social distancing mandates, less screen time and more extracurricular activities will help, says a new study."
Please CLICK HERE to continue...
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SHCC OPEN MEETING
Thursday, December 3rd, 11:00am-12:30pm
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Please join Safe Harbor Cohasset for a VIRTUAL Open Coalition Meeting on Thursday, December 3, 2020 from 11:00am-12:30pm. All are welcome to attend.
Please email us at safeharborcohasset@gmail.com for the zoom link.
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FREE LIVE WEBCAST:
TALKING WITH TEENS ABOUT UNDERAGE DRINKING
Tuesday, December 8th, 2-3:30pm
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MADD National President Helen Witty, a parent and victim of drunk and drugged driving, lost her precious daughter Helen Marie when a teen who had been drinking tequila and smoking marijuana made the terrible choice to get behind the wheel and drive.
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Helen believes it is stories like hers and sadly many others, that hold the power to create change. Helen will graciously remind us of the power we have as parents to help our teens make smart, healthy and safer choices.
Participants will learn about the problem and consequences of underage drinking and marijuana use, the role of teens’ friends/peers, the power of parents and adults and what we can do today, tomorrow and in the future to keep our kids safe.
Please CLICK HERE to register. Please note, if you register and do not attend, a recording of the webcast will be sent to you.
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Safe Harbor newsletters are normally sent out bi-weekly on Thursday evenings. Because of Thanksgiving, our next newsletter will be sent out on in morning the day before.
Please check your inbox for our next newsletter on Wednesday, November 25th.
Have Feedback? We would LOVE to hear from you! Please email us at safeharborcohasset@gmail.com.
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