Substance Use Prevention
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Underage Drinking: Myth versus Fact
You probably see and hear a lot about alcohol—from TV, movies, music, social media, and your friends. But what are the real facts? Here are some common myths and facts about alcohol use. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
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Tips for Teens: Underage Drinking
Get the facts about underage drinking. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
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Talking With Your Child About Alcohol
Tips, resources, and information to help you talk with your child about alcohol and underage drinking. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
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Facts on Underage Drinking
Learn more about the facts of underage drinking and prevention. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
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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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“Talk. They Hear You”® Video
Make the choice to talk to kids. Keeping kids safe from underage use of alcohol and other drugs is a concern for parents. Take a look at the outcomes of effective communication with your child in this public service announcement from SAMHSA’s “Talk. They Hear You.”® parent-focused national media campaign. For more information about talking…
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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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5 Conversation Goals: Talking with Teens About Alcohol and Other Drugs
Start the conversations about alcohol and other drugs. 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…