FACTS OR CAP 🧢
True or False: Vaping is just harmless water vapor.
CAP! Vape aerosol can contain nicotine, harmful chemicals, and tiny particles that enter the lungs.
Your friend offers you a vape. What's one confident way to say no?
“Nah, I'm good.” A clear, direct refusal is enough.
Name one healthy activity that can help reduce stress.
Listening to music, exercising, journaling, resting, or talking to someone you trust.
What organ is primarily responsible for breaking down alcohol?
The liver.
Name one way to encourage substance-free fun.
Organize a game night, sports event, music session, art activity, or alcohol-free link up.
True or False: Alcohol can affect your judgment and decision-making.
FACT! Alcohol can impair judgment, coordination, and reaction time.
True or False: Setting boundaries means you're being rude to your friends.
False! Boundaries help protect your well-being and build respectful relationships.
True or False: Taking a break when you're overwhelmed is a sign of weakness.
False! Taking a break can be a healthy way to manage stress.
What is nicotine?
An addictive substance found in tobacco products and many vapes.
True or False: You have to be an adult to make a difference in your community.
False! Young people can lead projects, share information, and influence positive change.
True or False: Prescription medications are always safe because a doctor prescribed them.
CAP! Prescription medications can be harmful when misused or taken by someone they weren't prescribed to.
Your friends keep pressuring you to drink. What's one way to remove yourself?
Leave the situation, call a trusted person, or make plans with someone who respects your choice.
Name two physical signs that someone may be stressed.
Headaches, muscle tension, faster heartbeat, trouble sleeping, or stomach discomfort.
True or False: Using someone else's prescription medication is safe if they have similar symptoms.
False! Medication should only be taken as directed for the person it was prescribed to.
What is one way to support a friend who is feeling pressured to use substances?
Stand beside them, respect their decision, and help them leave the situation if they want.
True or False: Most young people need to use substances to fit in.
CAP! Not everyone uses substances, and you don't have to use them to belong.
What are two signs someone isn't respecting your boundaries?
They repeatedly pressure you after you've said no, or use guilt, threats, or teasing to change your mind.
What is one healthy way to respond when you're angry instead of reacting immediately?
Pause, take slow breaths, step away safely, or talk when you've calmed down.
What medication can reverse an opioid overdose?
Naloxone, also known by the brand name Narcan. Emergency medical help is still needed.
Name two ways youth can promote substance use prevention in their community.
Create awareness campaigns, join a Youth Advisory Board, organize events, or share reliable prevention resources.
True or False: You can always tell whether a pill contains fentanyl just by looking at it.
CAP! Counterfeit pills can look identical to legitimate medication. Appearance cannot establish safety.
Your best friend says, “If you were really my friend, you'd try it.” What could you say?
I care about you, but I'm not doing that. Real friends respect each other's choices.
A friend says they're using alcohol or drugs to deal with stress. What's a supportive response?
Listen without judgment, express concern, and encourage healthier coping strategies or support from a trusted adult or professional.
Someone is unconscious, breathing slowly, and may have taken opioids. What should you do?
Call 911 immediately, administer naloxone if available, and follow dispatcher instructions, including rescue breathing or CPR if directed.
Your school wants to reduce substance use among students. What youth-led initiative would you propose?
Answers vary! Examples include peer mentoring, youth-led awareness campaigns, prevention events, and substance-free social activities. Award points for a practical, supportive plan.