Stand Up!
The mission of the Laconia Youth Alliance (LYA) is to bring together youth, families, schools, individuals, community partners, and community leaders to work collaboratively to prevent youth substance misuse, to improve the health and well-being of all members of the Laconia community.
Did You Know?
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Marijuana and Youth
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), “approximately 1 in 10 people who use marijuana will become addicted. When they start before age 18, the rate of addiction rises to 1 in 6.
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Party Culture
According to the American Addiction Centers, teens are accessing prescription and over-the-counter medications at alarming rates and mixing them together in “Skittles parties” - where teens each bring a prescription drug and put them into a bowl or bag with other drugs. A similar trend exists online with candy or snacks.
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Underage Drinking
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, alcohol is the most common drug young people use. About 4,000 young people (under 21) die from excessive alcohol use each year. Many of these deaths could have been prevented.
How We Help
Resource Directory
Visit our directory where you can find organizations and resources on mental health, substance use support, homework help, and nutrition.
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Underage Drinking Prevention
LYA is committed to helping youth and parents navigate conversations about alcohol and underage drinking, and to share information about alcohol’s harmful affects.
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Medical Disposal and Storage
LYA aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of drugs, while also educating the general public about abuse.
