Whether it’s peer pressure, curiosity, rebellion, coping mechanisms, or a combination of things, parents in Wyoming are faced with tough situations and even tougher conversations in regards to drinking, vaping, substance use, and suicide prevention among our youth. As parents, we want to know why these behaviors and activities happen, what our options are, and what we can do to help. If it’s hard to talk about, it’s definitely a conversation worth having, and we’re here to help get it started. This is WYWETALK.
Now that you know the basics of having awesome conversations, it’s time to spot the warning signs that your child might be giving off, indicating that it’s time to step in and start a chat. We always suggest being proactive rather than reactive.
If, through your conversation, you find your child needs additional resources, use the regional map to find assistance in your area or utilize one of the resources below:
WYWETALK is committed to providing resources and support to help parents and guardians navigate these difficult topics. Through education and prevention initiatives, we can help our children make informed decisions that will keep them safe and healthy. Join us in this important effort to protect our kids and promote a brighter future for our communities
https://www.sweetwaterpreventioncoalition.com/
Prevention Specialists: Shae Bell and Jason Lux
facebook.com/CarbonCountyProjectPrevention
Prevention Specialist: Tracy Young
Prevention Specialist: Brittany Wardle and Angela Vaughn
Anne Petroski
The Comprehensive Community Coalition
facebook.com/GoshenCountyPrevention
Prevention Specialist: Lynette Saucedo
Prevention Specialist: Hailey Bloom
Mercer House:
ncpreventioncoalition.net
shixon@mercercasper.com
Community Prevention Coalition of Teton County
https://www.facebook.com/CPCTetonCounty
Prevention Specialist: Beverly Shore
Bill Hawley
Campbell County Prevention Council:
Campbell County Suicide Prevention Coalition:
Prevention Specialist:
21 Alliance Prevention Coalition
facebook.com/WestonCountyPrevention
Prevention Specialist: Kristi Lipp
Be Well Coalition
Prevention Specialist: Katie Allen
Healthy Park County
Prevention Specialist: Wendy Morris
Big Horn County Prevention Alliance
Prevention Specialist: Travis Sylvester
Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention of Sheridan County
facebook.com/ASAPSheridanCounty
Sheridan County Suicide Prevention Coalition
Prevention Specialist: Ann Perkins