Islamic Center of Hunterdon County - Parenting & Youth Mental Health

April 27, 2025

Islamic Center of Hunterdon County - Parenting & Youth Mental Health

Thank you to the Islamic Center of Hunterdon County (ICHC) for such a warm welcome as we had the opportunity to educate, engage and unite over 60 parents and teens in the topic of substance use prevention and youth mental wellness. Through a fun trivia game, we covered important topics such as the 911 Lifeline Legislation, 988 Crisis Hotline, fake pills containing fentanyl, and the harms of alcohol, marijuana and vaping nicotine on the developing brain. Finally, we reinforced one of the best protective factors for families, an active faith life, and the importance of spiritual prescriptions such as prayer in times of pain.  Everyone received a spiritual prescription bottle and prevention bag with lifesaving materials. We look forward to continuing this partnership in prevention!