Drug and Alcohol Prevention

Worried your teen is vaping? Learn the signs of nicotine use, the risks to their health, and proven tools that help teens quit for good—with your support.
A new report warns that ChatGPT may give teens harmful advice on self-harm, eating disorders, and substance use. Learn why kids turn to AI and how parents can respond.
Learn about problem gambling vs gambling disorder, common signs, and when to seek help—plus resources for families.
Stay connected, set clear rules, and reduce substance use. Read on for tips on positive parenting for teens and where to get help.
Cannabis-infused drinks can come in many different forms and contain different amounts of THC and CBD. In this article, we’ll review what cannabis drinks are, why they’re so accessible, and how to navigate the constantly changing landscape around weed.
Teen peer influence shapes everything from fashion to substance use. Learn the warning signs and online‐safety tips parents can use to guide healthy friendships.
Stay ahead of the curve with this parent-friendly guide to the top 7 teen substance use trends for 2025, from vaping devices to social-media challenges.
Studies have found that “just” by listening, one trusted adult can have a big impact on a young person as they show less risk-taking behavior and higher self-esteem. More specifically, young people who met regularly with a trusted adult or a mentor are 46% less likely than their peers to start using illegal drugs and 27% less likely to start drinking.
Cyberbullying can have an extremely negative effect on teen mental health and potentially result in an increased use of illegal substances. It’s possible that your loved one has been cyberbullied, is a perpetrator, or has witnessed it. Learn how to help your loved one if you suspect they are struggling.
Discover the risks of mixing alcohol and benzodiazepines (benzos), including potential overdose and health consequences.
The symptoms that come from stopping heavy substance use are known as withdrawal symptoms. Withdrawal can be incredibly painful and even deadly. It is a key reason why it can be so difficult to stop drinking.
Over the past year, you may have heard of something called a “BORG” related to college students. These BORGs aren’t from Star Trek – they’re “blackout rage gallons,” AKA gallon jugs of alcohol combined with water, juice, and other mixers.
By knowing how BAC is measured, the factors that affect it, and the signs of high BAC levels, people can better manage their drinking and stay within safe limits.
I was wracked with worry and felt guilty for not knowing that she was drinking alcohol in the first place. “How could I have missed it?!”
Education about the dangers of drug and alcohol use is all about being relatable. By sharing his personal story, my son helped kids think differently.
En esta guía, le explicamos los riesgos de que las niñas, niños y jóvenes consuman alcohol, por qué les llama la atención y lo que usted puede hacer para protegerlos.
Providing some kind of reward to increase the chances that a healthy behavior will be repeated is central to helping change your child's substance use.
If you're a parent worried about your child's drug use, you may be considering drug testing. But experts recommend against at-home drug testing. Learn why.
David and Nic Sheff, of Beautiful Boy, wrote HIGH for teens to talk honestly about drugs.
Methamphetamine, or meth, is experiencing a resurgence. Learn how it affects the body, why it's appealing, and how to help your child get treatment.
Many parents haven’t heard of the marijuana derivative CBD and aren't sure if it's harmless. Learn what parents can do this substance becomes more popular among young people.
Parents who communicate expectations against drinking means a lower chance of their child drinking excessively in college. Get tips on how to talk.
You should encourage your loved one to seek treatment for their drug use. But there are things to do to help prevent an overdose in the meantime.
Abusing prescription stimulants, or "study drugs," actually does not improve teens' GPA, can be very harmful to their health, and doesn't teach grit or resilience.
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