IN THE PRESS
A Marin County Mental Health Update
Marin Magazine, October 2023
Caitlin Hamer
“The fourth annual issue of the Let’s Talk and Let’s Start Talking booklets have been sent out to the families of Marin County sixth and ninth graders.”
When it comes to underage substance use, let’s be average
MARIN IJ, September 25, 2023
Marin Voice: Todd Lieman
“If we can change our behaviors, focus on our youth and protect their developing brains, they have the chance to be above average in life, not in substance use.”
Healthy adult modeling matters when it comes to substance-free youth events
MARIN IJ, April 5, 2023
Marin Voice: Lisa Klein
“The goal of RTB is to shift the norms around substance use and encourage modeling of healthy choices at youth sporting events and celebrations, kid-centered holidays like Halloween or pre-prom events with teens.”
Riotous teen behavior a reminder of communication tools parents need
MARIN IJ, November 17, 2022
Marin Voice: Melissa Wahlstrom
“The riotous behavior of these teens was out of the norm for Marin County – but the drinking was not. While alcohol or other drugs cannot be blamed for all that transpired, the high rate of use in Marin needs to be acknowledged and addressed.”
‘Numb or Nourish’ healthy choice program rolls out in Marin
MARIN IJ, June 27, 2022
Kerri Brenner
“The idea is to set up protective factors that can help delay or prevent underage substance use — and also set up protective factors for some of the other things we’re seeing youth are struggling with in our community,” Fernandez said. “Mental health issues, connection issues, anxiety.”
Marin project aims to curb youth substance abuse
MARIN IJ, August 29, 2021
Kerri Brenner
“We know that all of our children need guidance, support and encouragement that will helpthem make healthy and positive choices,” said Mary Jane Burke, the Marin Countysuperintendent of schools. “And we know that families need resources to support theirchildren — especially those experiencing social-emotional challenges.”
Cannabis not a solution for economic crisis caused by COVID-19
MARIN IJ, September 7, 2020
Marin Voice: Don Carney and Kelsey Fernandez
“Community health is the most important determinant of economic health of communities, including Marin. Research shows that when governments collect tax revenues from harmful products, the result is often high fiscal and social costs, leading to net losses in both government budgets and community health.”
Let’s not make it easier for kids to get pot
MARIN IJ, February 16, 2018
Marin Voice: Linda Henn
“As we consider what legalization means for our communities, we want to be mindful of the impact on residents of all ages. We recognize that this can be a difficult subject with potential to divide communities. It’s imperative, however, that we inform ourselves and take part in the public process. The policies created now will shape the culture of our towns and the futures of our kids. Getting marijuana in Marin is not difficult for adults. Let’s not make it easier for youth.”