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Stimulants: The Impact on Sleep, Nutrition, and Mental Health Amongst Adolescents and Emerging Adults LIMITED
Wednesday April 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Beaufort Meeting Room
The use of stimulants, such as caffeine, nicotine, prescribed and non-prescribed medications (Adderall, Ritalin, etc.), and counterfeit pills have a significant impact on mood and mindset, sleep, nutrition, and overall wellbeing. While many are aware of the health outcomes of nicotine and illicit drugs, caffeine’s impact on the brain and body is frequently underestimated.
In this presentation, we will discuss current trends of adolescent (12-17 years) and emerging adult (18-25 years) stimulant use in Illinois and nation-wide. We will focus on the age of onset, brain development, the impact of caffeine and other stimulants on mood and mindset, sleep, and nutrition. We will talk about the prevalence of fentanyl in counterfeit pills and how students can protect themselves and their peers from fentanyl exposure and prevent overdose. This presentation will cover the impact that stimulant misuse has on a student’s ability to perform inside and outside of the classroom.
Additionally, we will provide strategies on how to have effective, informative, and nonjudgemental conversations with students about stimulant use. Suggestions will be shared for healthier and natural alternative choices to stimulants, as well as examples of in-classroom experiential activities. Please join The Prescription Playbook for this engaging and interactive presentation!
Speakers
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Sarah Grunden

Prevention Specialist, OMNI Youth Services
Sarah Grunden graduated from The University of Southern Mississippi in 2022 with a Master's in Public Health. Sarah has always been passionate about community health and improving health outcomes. She is excited to have the opportunity to help the emerging adult population make healthier... Read More →
Wednesday April 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Beaufort Meeting Room

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