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I recently had the opportunity to visit Hazelden treatment center in Minneapolis. Hazelden is one of the leaders in the treatment, education and prevention of drug and alcohol abuse. The Butler Center for Research at Hazelden recently published a research study about preventing adolescent substance abuse which showed that prevention works best when attention is given to multiple protective factors.  Increasing protective factors supports healthy development in all areas which helps the adolescent to resist the influences to use.

The protective factors identified were:

1. Strong family bonds
2. Parental engagement in child’s life
3. Clear parental expectations and consequences
4. Academic success
5. Strong bonds with school and church

We have a tremendous opportunity in our church life to influence these protective factors in adolescents.

We will have the chance to hear Melinda Austin, the National Outreach Manager for Hazelden at the annual Substance Abuse Ministry dinner in Ft. Worth.  I hope to see you there.

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