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Refusal Skills

Saying no isn’t always easy. Read this articles for tips to say no in new ways.

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When to Ask for Help

Acknowledging that you might have a problem is the first step – and it’s a big one.

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Resources for Help

When you’re ready to ask for help, we’re here to help you on your road to recovery.

About PreventionHappens.org

This website provides resources to help prevent the misuse of prescription pills and is provided through a partnership between the Garrett County Public Schools and the Garrett County Health Department. Explore this site to learn how prescription pills can become a problem, how to cope with pressure from friends to misuse pills, and when to ask for help.

Communication Tips/Refusal Skills

Even when you are confident in your decision not to use drugs or alcohol, it can still be hard to say no to persuasive friends. Figuring out what to say can be a challenge. In this section you will find tips and tools that may come in handy when dealing with pressure to join in on a bad idea.

What to Do If You Have a Problem

Resource for teens at risk.

What do you know?

Basic info about prescription drug misuse.

Using Refusal Skills

Video demonstration of ways to say no.

Quick Tips

Tips to make resisting a little easier.

Refusal Skills

Tips for dealing with friends.

When to Ask for Help

Addiction can happen at any age. If you are someone that continues to use drugs even though you are starting to experience negative consequences (like poorer grades, not caring how you look, skipping school, losing interest in normal activities), you could be addicted. It may be time to reach out for help. Check out resources in this section to find out when it’s time to ask for help.