Torrance County CHW

02/24/2026

02/24/2026

Parents Who Host Lose The Most! 👎🏽
Don’t land you behind bars! Most of Sierra County High School students reported drinking alcohol at home. Providing alcohol to minors isn't a favor; it's a felony! You could go to jail, pay a hefty fine and lose your right to own a gun.

02/24/2026

The people influencing your teen to try drugs or alcohol usually aren’t strangers hiding in alleyways. More often, they’re sitting next to them at school, on the bus, or at lunch. Prepare them with what to say.

Staying aware, asking questions, and keeping communication open can make all the difference. Drug Free Fayette TN encourages parents to stay engaged and informed.

02/24/2026

02/24/2026

Do you live in New Mexico? Are you 18 years old or older? Take this survey for a chance to win $100 or $500. Healthier communities start with you! Be a voice to contribute to a healthier New Mexico. Click the link to take the survey.

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02/19/2026

Alcohol isn’t just a “normal” part of growing up for teens — it can deeply impact their emotional health too. Research shows that underage drinking is linked with higher rates of depression, anxiety, and other mental health concerns among youth. Young people who drink are more likely to experience psychological distress and emotional struggles compared with their peers who wait to drink until adulthood.

Because the teen brain is still developing, alcohol can make underlying emotional problems worse rather than better. Waiting to drink until adulthood helps protect mood, mental health, and healthy brain development.

Let’s encourage open conversations about mental health and alcohol, and help our youth make healthy choices that support both body and mind.

https://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/underage-drinking/index.html?

02/18/2026

https://citygirlgonemom.com/five-tips-to-help-you-talk-to-your-kids-about-alcohol/

Talking to my kids about alcohol might seem premature, but having that discussion now, can help them make smarter, better decisions as they grow up.

02/18/2026

Stop by New Mexico Department of Health Wellness & Safety Pop-Up Events every 3rd Thursday of the month in Mountainair, Estancia, and Moriarty.

02/18/2026

Kids are curious about how their bodies and brains work. Use that curiosity! Our resources help you explain why saying "NO" to alcohol keeps their developing brains strong and healthy.

Watch our videos on each part of the brain to spark meaningful conversations ⬇️ https://bit.ly/3rIfmtP

02/18/2026

Your tweens' best defense against underage drinking is YOU. Parents are the #1 influence on their kids' decision to drink - or not drink - alcohol. Talk early and often, they're listening.

02/18/2026

Happy Valentine's Day from Ask, Listen, Learn! Modeling responsibility and empowering your kids to say "NO" to underage drinking is a great way to show them you love them. 💕