Here is where you can view all of our current factoids. Be sure to check back from time to time, as we will be updating these as the need arises. We have the factoids categorized, to help you find the information you want to use in your school. We suggest that you use a different factoid every week or two throughout the school year, so the students get a steady input of positive messages. That way, it is much more effective than a "one shot deal." These are some (but certaiy not all) of the ways students have displayed the factoids. In fact, a combination of more than one form of display is more effective than just one. (Be sure to
let us know if you find a new way to show them.)
Locker stuffers
Handouts
Put them on posters or bulletin boards
Have them read during the school’s P.A. announcements
Place them above urinals and on bathroom stall doors (Hey, they can’t help but see them, then!)
Feature a different factoid each week in the school newsletter
General wisdom:
Everyone is doing it?
Take control of your future
You can always say no
Alcohol use:
Brain develops until age 25
40% of adolescents
Over half don't drink
Alcohol during teen years
Alcohol & personality development
High school seniors
MN drinking rates lower
ND drinking rates lower
Marijuana & Meth:
86% don't use
Marijuana causes depression
Marijuana affects the brain
Marijuana is addictive
Reduced abilities
Marijuana hurts
Meth
College-related facts:
More students not drinking
Survey results
159,000 gone
Sexual activity:
Scary STD stat
"Safe" sex?
Majority haven't
Regrets
93% of teens
Traffic safety stats:
16 year olds worst
60% of teen fatalities
Distracted driving
ND sad seat belt stat
ND crashes
MN crash causes