Why You Should Talk With Your Child About Alcohol and Other Drugs
Parents have a significant influence in their children’s decisions to experiment with alcohol and other drugs. Learn more in this article from SAMHSA.
Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
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Answering Your Child’s Tough Questions about Alcohol and Other Drugs
As your teen learns and has questions about alcohol and other drugs, they may turn to you for answers and advice. Use this opportunity to start open, honest conversations about underage drinking and drug use and to establish or reinforce your expectations about not using alcohol or other drugs. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health…
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How to Talk to Your Kids About Drugs if You Did Drugs
Ideas for discussions that will help your kids avoid drug use. Source: Partnership to End Addiction
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Talking to Your Kids About Marijuana
Is marijuana is just a plant? During the adolescent years, your teen is especially susceptible to the negative effects of any substance use, including marijuana. That’s why it’s important for parents and caregivers to protect kids’ health and development by discussing this issue early and often.For more suggestions on answering your child’s questions about marijuana,…