Substance Use Prevention Newsletter

Fall 2025 Substance Use Prevention Newsletter

Gas Station Drugs: What Parents, Schools, and Communities Need to Know

Every semester, Candor Health Education provides a trusted resource to help parents, educators, and community leaders stay ahead of the ever-changing trends in youth substance use.

This fall’s newsletter takes a deep dive into “gas station drugs” — substances like Delta-8, Tianeptine, Kratom, and Phenibut that are becoming increasingly available and marketed in ways that appeal to young people. While these drugs are easy to access, their risks are often misunderstood or overlooked.

Inside the newsletter, you’ll find:

•  Clear explanations of what these substances are and how they’re being used.
•  Warning signs to watch for in young people.
•  Practical strategies to spark conversations with teens.
•  Tools schools and communities can use to respond effectively.

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Click below to download the Fall 2025 Substance Use Prevention Newsletter (PDF) and equip yourself with the knowledge to protect the health and safety of the young people in your life.

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The more people who understand these risks, the more we can work together to keep kids safe. Please share this resource with parents, teachers, school staff, and community members in your network.

Together, we can build healthier, safer futures for our youth.