Faith, Love and the Fight for Hope

There are moments in life that change everything. For Natalee King, one of those moments came in the quiet after a scream—a scream hurled at a God she no longer believed in. And then, the impossible happened.

By |2025-05-06T08:54:20-04:00May 6, 2025|In The News, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Faith, Love and the Fight for Hope

When Marijuana Looks Like Candy: Consequences for Youth

As marijuana legalization spreads, new research reveals troubling consequences for youth, especially with the rise of candy-like edibles. Learn how these trends are shaping adolescent health and risk perceptions.

By |2025-05-08T13:10:07-04:00April 28, 2025|Current Reseach, Uncategorized|Comments Off on When Marijuana Looks Like Candy: Consequences for Youth

Prevention Without Borders: DFAF’s Role in Global Drug Policy

Drug Free America Foundation (DFAF) made a strong and strategic impact at the 68th Session of the United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND), held in Vienna, Austria, the week of March 10th.

By |2025-04-14T09:44:21-04:00April 14, 2025|GTF Activities, International News, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Prevention Without Borders: DFAF’s Role in Global Drug Policy

Think You’re Okay to Drive After Consuming Marijuana? Think Again, Says New Study

84% of marijuana users report driving within eight hours of consumption, and over half got behind the wheel within just one hour. marijuana-impaired driving is real, and it is common. Stay Safe, Stay Smart, and Don’t Drive High!

By |2025-04-14T08:50:41-04:00April 14, 2025|Current Reseach, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Think You’re Okay to Drive After Consuming Marijuana? Think Again, Says New Study

A Call for Compassionate Health Communication

To effectively communicate the known risks of marijuana during pregnancy and postpartum, we need science-based messaging that is both transparent and compassionate

By |2025-03-31T09:18:23-04:00March 31, 2025|Current Reseach, Uncategorized|Comments Off on A Call for Compassionate Health Communication

From Addiction for Profit to Prevention with Purpose: Lessons from Dr. Aaron Weiner

In the ever-evolving landscape of substance misuse, the challenge is no longer just the substances themselves—it's the systems profiting from addiction.

By |2025-03-27T15:52:50-04:00March 27, 2025|Current Reseach, Uncategorized|Comments Off on From Addiction for Profit to Prevention with Purpose: Lessons from Dr. Aaron Weiner

Join Our PhotoVoice Project: Empowering Mothers

Welcome to the PhotoVoice Project, an empowering initiative for mothers and mothers-to-be in recovery from substance use in Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Pasco counties.

By |2025-04-23T10:06:14-04:00January 20, 2025|In The News, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Join Our PhotoVoice Project: Empowering Mothers

Join Us for the 12th Annual National Prevention Summit!

This event promises to be an empowering gathering of professionals, advocates, and community members dedicated to addressing substance use and advancing prevention, recovery, and policy solutions.

By |2025-02-13T10:31:30-05:00January 16, 2025|In The News, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Join Us for the 12th Annual National Prevention Summit!

Cannabis makes its mark in 2023 drug-related emergency department visits

From 2022 to 2023, the United States saw a 5.8% increase in drug-related Emergency Department visits. Cannabis remained on the top 3 most prevalent substances reported in drug-related ED visits, with a 4.6% increase from 2022. These stats highlight the urgent need for prevention and awareness.

By |2025-01-14T14:43:47-05:00January 14, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Cannabis makes its mark in 2023 drug-related emergency department visits
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