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I'm Dr. Shelly Mahon, your host, and today’s WELL source is Christopher Lord. Chris works in the Health Promotion Office for The University of Colorado Boulder as the Assistant Director of Alcohol & Other Drug Programs. His job largely entails prevention and early intervention work around substance use and recover.
In today’s show, Chris will share more about his role at the University, and approaches to helping young people around substance use. Specifically, he will talk about
Early intervention services
How to talk to college students about vaping or other substances
Understanding your personal relationship with substances
Creating a space for students to explore their own relationship with substances while also maintaining boundaries and consequences
Sharing your opinions while still allowing your child to grow into themselves
Aligning your social environment with your values
Supporting your child in having positive relationships with significant adults
The Stages of Change Model
Resource: Colorado Quit Line
Resource: Nicotine Cessation Coaching at CU