Supporting Youth and Young Adults Who Do Not Attend College
08/10/2023
Colleges and universities provide ongoing support for their students, including programs and activities to prevent alcohol and other substance use and misuse. Unfortunately, it’s harder to reach those who do not attend college full-time. The prevalence of substance misuse among transition-age youth who do not attend a four-year college or university is as high as, if not higher than, that of their college-attending peers.
SAMHSA has a campaign to help you reach these individuals with prevention messages. You’ll find tips and resources that are specifically designed for those who do not move on to full-time college after high school. Not only can they be used by community prevention professionals and others working with this population, but those who work with senior high school students who are not planning to enter college can use the information to prevent future substance use and misuse.
Check out the new marijuana use prevention section, with information and extensive resources for professionals, parents, and youth.