Hingham CARES Parent Survey

Survey of Hingham parents on youth use of drugs and alcohol

Hingham CARES is a youth substance use prevention coalition. We are funded through the CDC and by tax-deductible donations. This 10-question survey is being conducted to gauge an understanding of the impression Hingham parents have about youth substance use in town. All responses are anonymous.

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* 1. How old are your children? Choose all that apply.

not in school yet

preschool

K-5

middle school

high school

college

out of school

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* 2. The mission of Hingham CARES is to reduce youth substance use in our town. What concerns do you have about drug and alcohol use by youth in Hingham? Choose all that apply.

The brain is not fully developed until age 25.

Underage substance use increases the likelihood of becoming addicted.

Other things, like car accidents and sexual assault, can occur while under the influence.

It sets a bad example for younger siblings.

High school athletes can be benched, and members of clubs can be removed from them.

It is illegal for minors to use substances.

Certain substances can be gateway substances.

Family history makes young people vulnerable to substance use disorder.

None of the above

Other (please specify)

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* 3. Please order the following substances according to how much it concerns you. The MOST concerning substance should be assigned the HIGHEST number.

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* 4. Using the sliding scale, identify the number that best describes how equipped you feel you are to have conversations about drugs and alcohol with your children.

not at all

somewhat

completely

Clear

i We adjusted the number you entered based on the slider’s scale.

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* 5. In general, what do you think about the way in which alcohol is consumed by adults in Hingham? Choose all that apply.

Adults drink in moderation.

Alcohol is too prevalent at events.

Kids are exposed to alcohol consumption too frequently.

Adults have a healthy relationship with alcohol.

The potential harmfulness of alcohol is not taken seriously.

None of the above

Other (please specify)

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* 6. In general, what do you think about the way in which marijuana is used by adults in Hingham? Choose all that apply.

Adults use in moderation.

Marijuana is too prevalent at events.

Kids are exposed to marijuana use too frequently.

Adults have a healthy relationship with marijuana.

The potential harmfulness of marijuana is not taken seriously.

None of the above

Other (please specify)

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* 7. Pick the statement about marijuana that you believe is UNTRUE. Correct answer will be shared on social media, so keep an eye out!

Marijuana can be consumed in a variety of ways by inhaling or ingesting.

The teen brain is especially susceptible to the harms of THC.

Cannabis is addicting.

Medical marijuana has been approved by the Federal Government.

Marijuana laced with fentanyl has been causing fatal overdoses.

THC potency has increased from 4% in 1995 to over 90% today.

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* 8. People can use vape products to inhale things like flavored liquids, nicotine and marijuana. Finish the sentence with the ending that resonates most with you: "Vaping is..."

"...a healthier alternative to cigarette smoking."

"...an activity that leaves a sticky residue, like hairspray, in the lungs."

"...just like inhaling water vapor."

"...a harmless way to relax."

"...a real problem with our youth."

"...a highly addicting habit."

Other (please specify)

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* 9. Does this statement reflect how you feel about youth alcohol use? "It's okay for them to use it. I did it, and I turned out fine."

Yes

Somewhat

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* 10. Does this statement reflect how you feel about youth marijuana use? "It's okay for them to use it. I did it, and I turned out fine."

Yes

Somewhat

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* 11. Would you like to be placed on our email distribution list? If so, please add your name and email address in the comment box. Thank you for taking the time to respond to the questions in this survey. The next page has three OPTIONAL questions that allow for open-ended answers. We would love to hear more from you!