Vigo County, Indiana, has declared 2008 the "Year of the Child." Its focus for the month of August is drug prevention, and several large events have been planned, including a back to school carnival.

"The other large event for the month is a family-based celebration provided by Families by Choice, led by Murial Ryan, called 'Celebrate the Family Table'. There will be food and activities, and the event will take place at Gilbert Park..."

Several studies have found kids in families that eat dinner together are less likely to experiment with drugs and alcohol. Source: Tribune Star (Terre Haute, IN)

Labels: drugs, influences, prevention