The parts of the adolescent brain which develop first are those which control physical coordination, emotion and motivation. However, the part of the brain which controls reasoning and impulses – known as the Prefrontal Cortex – is near the front of the brain and, therefore, develops last. This part of the brain does not fully […]
Kanabec County residents battling addiction now have an option for treatment in Mora. Teen Focus Recovery Center opened its doors in August and serves as the new adult and adolescent chemical dependency treatment center in the vicinity of Mora’s business district. Rush City is home to Teen Focus’ original treatment center, which has been operating […]
Jake Mathison NEWS@moraminn.com | 12/20/2016 ‘Tis the season for overindulgence and with it comes a responsibility to keep our roads safe and sober. Luckily, Kanabec County has a Safe Cab program ready to deliver home anyone who has had a bit too much to drink at the local bar. The Safe Cab program started in […]
Reminder: Safe Harbor, Sex Trafficking Presentation September 22, 2016 | 8:am | Kanabec County Jail Training Room Minnesota studies have found that 14-20% of homeless youth have engaged in survival sex (providing sex in exchange for food, shelter, money, etc.), and have been sexually exploited. Locations where youth are recruited and captured into operations include […]
No one ever said parenting would be easy. Drug Free Org has developed 6 research-supported parenting practices to set you on the right path. Those practices are: Build a warm and supportive relationship with your child. Be a good role model when it comes to drinking, taking medicine and handling stress. Know your child’s […]
Our impaired driving campaign showed up on billboards and in the newspapers last week! “Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving” supports the efforts of law enforcement to help keep us safe as we travel during this time of year. Holiday parties and family gatherings can create special memories, but for some, the memories are painful after […]