Alcohol & Drug Prevention

 

The Watertown Unified School District ATODA Program serves all students and families. The ATODA Coordinator oversees prevention services and curriculum in the district and works with school and community personnel to provide a safe, drug-free learning enviroment for all students.

 

 

Substances in the News: Bath Salts
Adults, teens and children are abusing bath salts by ingesting, snorting and injecting them to get high. While easily accessible and often found around the house, the chemicals have dangerous side effects. Read on to find out more.
Substances in the News: K2
K2 is a synthetic marijuana-type drug being abused by adults, teens and children. It is fairly easy to obtain and can have hazardous consequences. Read on for important information.
Prescription Drug Abuse
Click here for more information and resources on Prescription Drug Abuse
Parents Underestimate Teens' Prescription Use
Binge Drinking
The latest research on binge drinking (4 or more drinks for women and 5 or more drinks for men)
Rethinking Drinking
Have you ever wondered how much is too much? This interactive website will answer your questions.
Alcohol Screening Tool
How much is too much? Take this online screening survey to learn whether your drinking patterns are risky, harmful or within safe limits.
Is Your Teen Having Substance Abuse Problems?
Questions to help you determine whether your child needs professional intervention for substance use or abuse.
How to Know is Substance Abuse is a Problem
Criteria used by professionals to diagnose substance abuse and substance dependence.
Teenage Warning Signs
This chart shows warning signs for a number of adolescent concerns and problems.
The Truth About Energy Drinks
There is a new type of energy drink on the market that contains high levels of alcohol and can be easily confused with other energy drinks. Learn how to tell the difference and protect your children.
Self-Injury Information for Parents
Tips for understanding and dealing with a child who exhibits self-injurious behavior
Websites and Resources for Parents
These websites and resources provide detailed information for parents and caregivers about depression, bipolar disorder, suicide, alcohol, drugs, the choking game, helping children cope with crisis and dealing with difficult teens.
WUSD Alcohol & Drug Prevention
Watertown Unified School District prevention program overview
WUSD ATODA Prevention Programming
Search Survey Highlights
Parenting for Prevention
Excellent parent tips and a link to a helpful article.
Parent Party Guidelines
Parents-read these tips before hosting or sending your child off to a party with peers.
Prevention Matters Brochure
A brochure created by Leadership Watertown participants in collaboration with WUSD district staff
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