Whether you realize it or not, as a parent you set an example for your kids. Before you can address their alcohol or other drug use, you must first examine your own relationship with substances. This is a questionnaire to help you privately assess your use of chemicals. Despite what you or [...]

As amusing as this video is, it makes a great point. Every day our kids are watching us… listening and learning how to become a responsible adult. And the best way we can help, is by setting a good example. Thanks to all of you who do.
In the news: South Bay Coalition’s new media [...]

Hello Kitty—the iconic cartoon image gracing thousands of children’s toys and clothing throughout the globe—is now promoting alcoholic beverages. Wine with names like “Hello Kitty Angel” (white) and “Hello Kitty Devil” (red) will be available for purchase in May.
The Rosé label features Hello Kitty in a little black dress, winking and holding a glass of [...]

Misuse of prescription drugs is a growing problem on college campuses, where the drugs are used recreationally as well as to aid in studying, the San Diego Union-Tribune reported February 15, 2010.
College prevention programs used to dealing with alcohol and illicit drugs are devoting more attention to drugs like Ritalin and Adderral, but with limited [...]

[ March 6, 2010; 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] Download a pdf flyer for the 2010 Redondo Beach Camp Expo, Saturday March 6, 2010.

Over the coming weeks, people around the South Bay may start getting the eerie feeling that they are being watched. The truth is, we are, and always have been- but maybe some of us need a reminder now and then. That’s the purpose of the South Bay Coalition’s new awareness campaign currently rolling out- to [...]

Q: My husband and I are constantly fighting and the kids watch it all. I’ve tried to stop but I get so hurt and angry at him that I am unable to control myself. I worry about what it does to our two elementary school age children. I want to get a divorce, but I promised [...]

Q: As a single parent, how much input or control do I give to a ‘significant’ other who is either living in the house or is around the family a great deal of time, before they have committed to a long term relationship, especially if my children are questioning that person’s authority?
A: What makes this [...]

Q: How does a parent know when they are being appropriately strict or overly controlling?
A: The line between being appropriately strict or overly controlling can be a fine one, and maintaining the balancing act between the two can be very difficult. The tips below are just a few that might be helpful in making this [...]

Whether you realize it or not, as a parent you set an example for your kids. Before you can help them address their drug or alcohol use, you must examine your own relationship with substances. You may even feel like a hypocrite because you drank alcohol in high school or tried marijuana. Realize that in [...]