Drugs and Alcohol
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Drugs and Alcohol
How to get help and support teens addicted to drugs and alcohol. Our resources for teens with substance abuse issues or struggling with addiction.
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Parents of kids with substance abuse disorder are suffering the emotional and physical toll of the coronavirus pandemic on top of the heavy load they already carry. The founder of an online community to support moms of kids with substance use disorder weighs in with advice on how parents can best prepare and care for their kids right now.
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According to the CDC, teen use of cigarettes is down, but there's a new hazard on the rise. Vaping, or electronic cigarettes, creates new dangers for addiction, illness and even death. Learn the facts to keep your kids safe.
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Read facts, symptoms, and warning signs of methamphetamine and drug use among teenagers.
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Learn how to keep the lines of communication open when discussing drugs with your child.
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Find tips for talking to your teen about tough subjects: sex and substance abuse.
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Teen smoking is on the rise. Learn the common factors that can lead a teenager to start smoking, and find out how to avoid them.
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Teen drug use is up in America. Learn the telltale signs of drug use, and watch for them in your teenager.
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Many kids begin drinking alcohol before they have reached the legal age. Evaluate the use of alcohol in your home, and teach your teenager to drink responsibly.
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Read about the drugs that most commonly lead to overdoses. Learn how to recognize the symptoms of overdose, and you could save a life.
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If you or your spouse has a problem with alcohol, these resources can help.
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Organizations, books, and websites addressing tobacco, drug, and alcohol issues.
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It is always best to address questions about medication to your child's doctor.
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When grades drop so drastically and behavior changes so much, some testing may be called for.
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Don't overreact to a child's "experiments" with alcohol -- but do spend some time discussing this.
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