Substance Use Resources
Substance Use Information
We recognize the importance of equipping both teens and parents with valuable information and support to navigate the challenges associated with substance abuse. The resources below are meant to give you guidance on prevention, intervention, and educational materials. This is a source for increasing awareness and fostering a healthier, safer community. Explore the resources, and together, let's build a resilient and informed community that prioritizes the well-being of our students.
Resources for Parents:
Talking to Kids About Alcohol and Other Drugs: 5 Conversation Goals
Research suggests that one of the most important factors in healthy child development is a strong, open relationship with a parent. It is important to start talking to your children about alcohol and other drugs before they are exposed to them—as early as 9 years old.
The Partnership at Drugfree.org
Get comprehensive information about your concerns and situation. Options to get free, confidential, personalized resources. You will also have the option to connect with a helpline specialist.
American Heart Association: Vaping Resources for Parents
Explore fact sheets and valuable resources designed to facilitate meaningful conversations with your child regarding the topics of nicotine consumption and vaping. These informative materials aim to equip parents with the knowledge and tools needed to engage in open, constructive dialogues about the risks associated with these behaviors.
As your children embark on their college journey, they encounter numerous challenges such as leaving the familiar comforts of home, embracing independence, sustaining academic performance, handling personal finances, and navigating social pressures. The array of stressors is extensive. Frequently, college students resort to drugs and alcohol as a means of coping (further insights can be found in this comprehensive guide on understanding addiction in college). Therefore, it is crucial to initiate these discussions well in advance, ensuring that they are well-prepared before venturing into the college environment on their own.
Resources For Teens:
The choices you make every day have a big impact on your overall health. What to eat, when to sleep, how much to exercise. But making healthy decisions requires an understanding of the real truth and consequences of an action. There is so much misinformation out there on vaping – sometimes it’s hard to know what’s real. Check out these modules to get the facts and decide for yourself.
Understanding accurate information about marijuana empowers teens to make informed decisions about their health and resist peer pressure. It enables them to grasp both short-term and long-term consequences, fostering responsible decision-making. This fact sheet provides information to open a dialogue between teens and trusted adults, promoting a supportive environment.
With so many voices and opinions out there, it’s important to understand the facts. This page has a wealth of resources for teens. It includes facts, resources for helping yourself and those you love who may be struggling with substances.
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