We Need Your Opinion! Apply for the 2012-13 Teen Advisory Group
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NIDA is the largest supporter of the world’s research on drug abuse and addiction. Our responsibilities include sharing our scientific findings with the public.
Teens are one of our most important audiences. Figuring out how to present our research so that teens pay attention to it can be challenging. That’s where YOU come in!
For years, we’ve been talking with real teens who were recruited for our Teen Advisory Group. The group meets once a month over the phone and online to share feedback on materials and resources NIDA is developing for young people.
Now, it’s time to recruit the new 2012–2013 Teen Advisory Group. Interested? Here are the need-to-know details:
- What are Teen Advisory Group members expected to do?
Once a month, join us for a virtual session. We’ll provide you with a URL and toll-free phone number. Simply give us your honest feedback, ideas, and recommendations on the materials we share.
- What will Teen Advisory Group members get in return for their commitment?
Teens will be paid $25 for each meeting they participate in, and they’ll receive a certificate from NIDA at the end of the 12 sessions.
- Who should apply?
We’re looking for teens in grades 8–11.
- How do you apply?
Send an email to rhooks@iqsolutions.com to request the application.
- When is the application deadline?
Applications are due March 31, by 6 p.m. Eastern time.
Interested in sharing your opinions and getting paid to help NIDA reach teens with facts about drug abuse and addiction? Apply today!
Please share this information with your friends and encourage them to apply as well.
Let’s Talk: Which Feature of the PEERx Web Site Do You Like Best?
There are lots of really cool features on the newly updated PEERx Web site. Have you seen them? Check them out here. From unique downloadable images that you can iron right onto T-shirts or print onto stickers, to the new Choose Your Path video that puts YOU in the driver’s seat to decide what happens next, to the Activity Guide full of fun things you can plan in your school or community group—there is something for everyone!
So now we want to know, what is your favorite feature on the PEERx Web site? Do you like to download cool designs, choose a path in a video activity, or create your own stories?
To answer the question, you can either write your response in the “Leave a Reply” box below, or send us a message. As always, we read all comments and consider all feedback.
Don’t forget that you can always respond to questions we’ve asked before, so comment away! We value your feedback and look forward to hearing from you.
Let’s Talk: National Drug Facts Week
In November 2010, NIDA held its first-ever National Drug Facts Week (NDFW), where people around the U.S. worked with friends, family, and neighbors to plan events to dispel the myths and discuss the facts about drug abuse.
People got really creative with their events. The Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America held a game show called “Think Fast” at its National Leadership Forum.
NDFW was so successful last year that NIDA has planned another: this year’s NDFW will be the week of October 31-November 6!
So, now, we want to know: Will you be participating in this year’s NDFW? Are you planning an event? What type of event would you like to attend?
To answer the questions, you can either write your response in the “Leave a Reply” box below, or send us a message. We read all of your comments and feedback.
Don’t forget that you can respond to questions we’ve asked before. As always, we look forward to hearing from you!
Let’s Talk: Setting Goals
When someone talks about setting goals, how do you respond? Do you roll your eyes because it sounds lame or maybe stresses you out? Are you a planner who likes to make lists? Talking about goals and thinking about how to achieve them may seem boring when you’d rather live in the moment. But setting goals can really help you be successful—in school and in life.
Goals can be big and “dreamy” or small and focused, far away or around the corner. Most people have some kind of combination.
So what are your goals, and what are you doing to achieve them? How do you stay motivated to reach those goals?
To answer the question, you can either write your response in the “Leave a Reply” box below, or send us a message. As always, we read all of your comments and feedback.
Don’t forget that you can always respond to questions we’ve asked before, so just drop us a comment. We always look forward to hearing from you!
Let’s Talk: How YOU Can Help
Here’s a tough one: what can you do if someone you know has a problem with drugs or alcohol? You want to help. But how do you know the best thing to say or the best time to say it?
Were you ever at a party with a friend who’d had a few too many beers and then insisted on driving you both home? Did you get in the passenger seat and hope for the best, or did you refuse? Did you take the car keys away before he could hurt himself or anyone else? Or did you choose not to confront him?
Or, have you ever turned to a family member or another adult you trusted to help you help a friend with a drug or alcohol problem?
If you’ve had an experience like this and want to share how you handled it, or what resources you turned to, you might be able to help other teens who find themselves in the same situation.
You can write your response in the “Leave a Reply” box below, or send us a message.
Don’t forget that you can always respond to questions we’ve asked before. Just drop us a comment. We always look forward to hearing from you!
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