Hidden in Plain Sight
Room D
Breakout Session 1 - 10:40 am
Breakout Session 2 - 11:20 am
Breakout Session 3 - 1:35 pm
Session Description:
This presentation provides an engaging and interactive approach to discovering clues from a mock teen’s bedroom. The demonstration will help adult participants stay informed of whether youth may be experimenting with or using tobacco products, alcohol, or other drugs.
Session Objectives:
1.Investigate and explore a teen’s dwelling and learn signs that are indicative of substance use and risky behaviors.
2.Gain insight into substance use/misuse trends among youth, drug paraphernalia, and the concealment of drugs and alcohol to help prevent the negative consequences that accompany poor decision-making and addiction.
3.Identify ways to talk with youth about substance use/misuse.
4.Learn resources and support services for youth needing assistance with substance use/misuse.
Session Engagement:
Explore bedroom display. Tips for participants to utilize as conversation starters with youth. Resources for participants seeking support services for youth. Q&A at the conclusion of the presentation.
Regina Propst, BA, CPS, Program Manager
Insight Human Services
Regina Propst is a Certified Prevention Specialist in the State of North Carolina. She has been in the substance misuse prevention field for over 18 years. Regina is currently a Program Manager for Insight Human Services, which is based in Winston-Salem and serves 18 counties for prevention services in North Carolina. She manages several grants in Iredell, Yadkin, Surry, Davie, and Randolph counties. She is a member of numerous coalitions and collaboratives throughout the counties she serves including the Drug-Alcohol Coalition of Iredell.
Ashley Milam, CPS, Program Specialist
Insight Human Services
Ashley Milam is a Certified Prevention Specialist in the State of North Carolina. She has worked in the substance misuse prevention field for over 7 years. Ashley is a program specialist for Insight Human Services, which is based in Winston-Salem. Insight Human Services provides prevention services in 18 counties across North Carolina. Ashley serves Iredell, Yadkin and occasionally Surry counties. She is a member of many coalitions, collaboratives, and initiatives, including the Drug-Alcohol Coalition of Iredell. She also implements prevention education programs for youth in Iredell County and participates in community events.