Mike Tourville
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Who are our teenagers listening to? Ananda Lennox, with the CARE Coalition
Who are our teenagers listening to? Ananda Lennox, with the CARE Coalition
Who are our teenagers listening to? Ananda Lennox, with the CARE Coalition
Friday 26th January 2024
Ananda Lennox discusses engaging teens in addiction prevention, the role of peer educators, and the therapeutic benefits of animals.
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Episode Overview
- Ananda Lennox shares her insights and initiatives in reaching teenagers and young adults through the Care Coalition.
- She emphasizes the importance of ongoing conversations with teenagers about substance use and addiction prevention.
- The impactful work of peer educators in delivering prevention presentations to young students is highlighted.
- Ananda stresses the need for concise and helpful sound bites for busy parents, particularly on social media and mental health.
- The initiatives and upcoming plans of the Care Coalition in West Springfield are discussed.
I think for parents, it is really hard... the only way to really grab their attention is if you provide what they need in the moment... they want really helpful sound bites that they can use when they need it.
Ever wondered how to truly connect with teenagers about the dangers of substance use? In this episode, Ananda Lennox, a mother of three and the Care Coalition Coordinator in West Springfield, Massachusetts, shares her valuable experiences and innovative strategies. Ananda talks about the power of peer educators in delivering impactful prevention messages to young students. She also delves into her passion for animals and how they can play a therapeutic role in mental health and addiction prevention.
One of the key takeaways is the importance of ongoing conversations with teenagers about substance use. Ananda emphasizes that these discussions should be continuous and engaging to make a real difference. For busy parents, she suggests using concise and helpful sound bites, particularly on social media, to keep them informed and involved. Ananda's dedication to spreading awareness shines through as she outlines the current initiatives and future plans of the Care Coalition.
If you're looking for practical advice and heartfelt stories on addiction prevention, this episode is a must-listen.