Red Ribbon Week is the oldest and largest drug prevention campaign in the country. It serves as a vehicle for communities and individuals to take a stand against alcohol and drug use by making a commitment to live alcohol and drug free lives. The mission of Missouri's Youth/Adult Alliance is to provide a network of support empowering youth to make healthy decisions about alcohol and other drugs. Read up on the history of Red Ribbon week here.
Facts about Missouri Youth
Almost 70% of youth in Missouri choose to NOT smoke cigarettes.
Over 50% of youth in Missouri have never used alcohol.
73.8% of Missouri youth would say NO to marijuana if one of their best friends offered it to them.
82% of Missouri youth don’t have friends who use illegal drugs.
86% of Missouri youth feel that using illegal drugs is “very wrong”.
83% of Missouri students think it is important to be honest with their parents, even if the parents become upset or the student gets punished.
90% of Missouri parents don’t let kids drink at home.
78% of Missouri youth don’t get into a car with someone who has been drinking.
71% of smokers have tried to quit in the last month.
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