Montana Prevention and Wellness Park County

05/11/2026

https://thedrugreport.org/2026/05/01/friday-fact-ma*****na-use-disorder-linked-to-massive-cancer-risk/

Despite the industry--and now the federal government--claiming that ma*****na has therapeutic benefits, the drug reduces health.

03/27/2026

🧬 While we cannot change our genetics, we do possess the power to decide how our choices interact with our own unique biology.

Prime programs help participants explore that biology and learn to make the low-risk alcohol and drug choices that protect their values.

Join a course online or in person to start mastering the variables that lead to the outcomes you want.

🔬 primeforlife.org

03/02/2026

Wondering whether changes in your teen’s behavior, mood or routines could signal substance use? Learn what to look for and when to reach out for support. Hazelden Betty Ford is ready to help. Read now: https://bit.ly/3ZFo53w

02/27/2026

https://www.npr.org/2026/02/21/nx-s1-5719338/cannabis-ma*****na-weed-teens-psychosis-jama

Researchers followed more than 400,000 teens until they were adults. It found that those who used ma*****na were more likely to develop serious mental illness, as well as depression and anxiety.

02/20/2026

Matt Bellace, psychologist, and comedian, talks about the science behind a natural high and how finding a natural high can lead to healthy choices.

02/14/2026

Interactive Drug Program for parents using a mock teenagers bedroom was conducted by Matthews while Bueter and JoLynn Sharrow gave Hands-Only CPR lessons.

02/05/2026

02/05/2026

A student-led group called Hope Squad is in development at Park High School to help combat su***de and ensure teens thrive in Park County.

01/15/2026

Did you know there’s a discreet hand gesture someone can give to a friend, family member, member of law enforcement, colleague or stranger to let them know they need help – whether the person is in a domestic violence situation, a victim of human trafficking or in another dangerous situation. But it only works if you know the hand gesture. Make sure you know it and show it to everyone you know.
https://youtu.be/nUJV-9wvdB8?si=ZNGqAcb1_-2bzVHV

12/04/2025