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Empowering Change: Tackling Teen Substance Abuse, Mental Health, and Social Media Challenges with Paul Vecchione


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In this captivating episode of the Helpipedia Changemakers Series, I speak with Paul Vecchione, Founder and CEO of Long Island Prevention and Resilience Enrichment Program Inc (Long Island Prep). With almost 20 years of teaching experience, Paul brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table as we delve into the pressing issues facing today's teenagers.

Teen substance abuse and addiction, along with the mental health crisis, have become national concerns that demand immediate attention. Join us as we explore the profound impact of these challenges on our youth and society as a whole. Paul enlightens us on the importance of waking up current policy makers and leaders to these critical issues, while also cultivating, advocating, empowering, and inspiring new change-makers to take the reins.

Furthermore, we discuss the role of social media in schools and its implications for the mental well-being of students. Paul shares valuable insights on how we can navigate the digital landscape to foster a healthier and more balanced environment for our teens.

Get ready to be inspired as we uncover the remarkable work of Long Island Prep, an organization dedicated to empowering change and equipping teenagers with the tools they need to navigate these complex challenges. Paul's passion for creating a positive impact shines through as he sheds light on the unique initiatives and programs offered by Long Island Prep.

For more information and to connect with Paul Vecchione, reach out via email at [email protected] or visit the website www.longislandprep.org.


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Coach T® is part of Coach T’s  Corner®, an online mentoring academy,
designed to educate, support, and inspire the next generation of leaders.

Parents hire me to educate,

support and inspire personal growth skills in their preteens and teens that
will better prepare them by taking ownership of tools for a prosperous future.
Soft skills are not a priority of the public education systems but are crucial
to the success of our next generation of leaders.

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Developing Tomorrow's Leaders with Coach T®By Antwaun "Coach T®" Thompson