Kara Harris and Heather Harlan presented the monthly program to the AAUW (American Association of University Women) in Boonville Thursday, November 5, 2010.  Heather shared research on adolescent brain development.  Kara then shared more specific examples of how the ACRA (Adolescent Community Reinforcement Approach) can encourage youth to develop a drug-free life style. As part of the MO Foundation for Health Grant with APEX–Project Reach Out–APEX counselors are able to serve youth and their families within a 40 mile radius of Columbia.  Kara drives to Boonville to meet with young people experiencing substance related difficulties, their families and support the

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