Brief
Most episodes take approximately three minutes to watch.
Watch · Learn · Start a Conversation
Prevention Essentials—in three minutes or less.
Short, practical videos that help parents, caregivers, and community members understand the issues affecting young people and feel more confident starting meaningful conversations.
Useful information, made manageable
Each episode focuses on one timely topic and gives you clear information you can use at home, at school, or in the community.
Practical
Learn real trends, useful tips, and simple ways to respond.
Conversation-Focused
Build confidence talking with young people openly and without judgment.
Watch Prevention Essentials
Choose an episode below. Videos play directly on this page.
Episode 1
Cannabis
A quick look at youth cannabis prevention and what parents and caregivers should know.
Episode 2
Mental Health
Learn how connection, awareness, and supportive conversations can help young people.
Episode 3
The Digital World
Explore ways families can approach technology, online experiences, and healthy communication.
Episode 4
Chronic Absenteeism
Understand why consistent school attendance matters and how families and communities can help.
Presented by Tri-Town Youth Services
Prevention education for youth, families, and our community
More episodes are on the way
New Prevention Essentials videos are added regularly. Visit the playlist to see the latest topics and share helpful episodes with other parents, caregivers, and community members.
View the complete playlistHave a topic you would like us to cover?
Send us a question or suggestion for a future Prevention Essentials episode.