Recognize possible signs
Explore items and situations that may be easy to overlook in a young person's environment.
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Hidden in
Plain Sight
An interactive learning experience that helps adults recognize possible indicators of youth substance use and respond with information, confidence, and care.
What participants learn
Notice more. Understand more. Talk sooner.
The workshop creates space for adults to learn without blaming young people or assuming that one sign automatically means substance use.
Look beyond appearances
Consider how ordinary objects, changes, or behaviors may warrant a closer and calmer conversation.
Respond supportively
Practice ways to begin honest conversations without accusation, panic, or judgment.
The experience
Interactive, guided, and practical.
- 01
Welcome and orientation
Participants receive context, expectations, and guidance for exploring the learning environment.
- 02
Rotating learning sessions
Facilitators guide small groups through focused topics, signs, and real-life considerations.
- 03
Questions and discussion
The group reviews observations, discusses supportive responses, and identifies trusted resources.
- 04
Optional individual conversation
When available, participants may speak privately with a presenter or resource professional.
This is a scheduled workshop—not a walk-in event.STYC coordinates the date, location, format, and audience with the host school, organization, faith community, or community group.
Host Hidden in Plain Sight
Bring the experience to your community.
Contact STYC to discuss audience size, scheduling, location needs, presenters, and the appropriate workshop format.