Ep 7: The Hidden Costs of Alcohol in Youth

In this podcast, Denise Mayer and Dr. Ty Brumback discuss the multifaceted issues surrounding adolescent substance use, particularly focusing on alcohol. They explore the various factors that contribute to substance use, including genetics, family dynamics, and social influences. The conversation highlights the normalization of binge drinking in college culture, the hidden costs of alcohol use, and the critical role of parental modeling in shaping children's attitudes towards substances. They also address the connection between mental health and substance use, emphasizing the importance of open communication and education for parents to help their children navigate these challenges.About this podcastStep Up to Save Our Children is a new podcast promoting a healthy, safe and drug fee community. Important topics with professional guests provide information on a variety of topics from high potency marijuana, underage drinking, fentanyl poisoning and other drug and mental health related issues. This podcast, Step Up to Save Our children, is attempting to meet parents and caregivers where you are. Whether at home, exercising or waiting for your child from sports, music or ballet, this will be your opportunity to keep your children safe by educating yourself to the dangers they face.Who am I?Denise Mayer is a 53-year resident of Anderson Township.  Denise received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Cincinnati.  She has worked in many volunteer endeavors and was the creator and publisher of Brainstorm Magazine, a publication written by and for high school students that was distributed at sixty-five high schools in the Greater Cincinnati area in the late 80’s and 90’s.  A huge advocate for children’s safety and welfare, Denise started Step Up Anderson Township to bring awareness and education to the community on the topics of illegal drugs, vaping, and underage drinking that are affecting our young people. She is a wife of 53 years, mother of three daughters, and grandmother of six, all living in the Anderson Township area and attending Forest Hills Schools.  She and her husband Rick are dedicated to their welfare and health as well as that of the Anderson Community.#drugfree #recovery #sober #straightedge #sobriety #soberlife #addiction #drugaddiction #rehab #alcoholfree #addictionrecovery #mentalhealth #sxe #recoveryispossible #wedorecover #soberliving #therapy #fitness #sobermovement #wellness #addictionawareness #health #narcoticsanonymous #mentalhealthawareness #justfortoday #soberaf #drugs #addictiontreatment #alcoholicsanonymous