Alcohol Awareness Month: Talking with Kids About Alcohol
3 Apr 2017

Alcohol Awareness Month: Talking with Kids About Alcohol

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My kids are only in middle school, do I really have to talk to them about alcohol? Children and teenagers are naturally curious about alcohol – they see people drinking- and they want to know more. Kids will be influenced … Continued

Beyond the Epidemic Conference
10 Aug 2015

Beyond the Epidemic Conference

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The Cortland Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Center traveled to Troy, NY to attend the Beyond the Epidemic Conference that was held from July 13 to July 15. There were many health and human service providers, LGBT centers, and … Continued

Alcohol and The Brain
28 Apr 2015

Alcohol and The Brain

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If you spent any time with teenagers, you may begin to wonder what is going on inside their heads. Rolling eyes, smart mouths, mood swings, and risky behaviors seem to be a simple matter of course for 13 to 19-year-olds. … Continued