Drug and Alcohol Prevention Archives - Partnership to End Addiction

BORG Drinking Trend: What Parents Need to Know

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.

What is blood alcohol concentration

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.

Harold Koplewicz

5 Things I Did After My Teen Was Caught Drinking

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?!”

How Personal Stories Can Help Fight Teen Pressure To Use Drugs

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.

Alcohol: lo que las Familias Necesitan Saber para Ayudar a Cuidar a los Jóvenes

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.

Positive Reinforcement

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.

Should You Drug Test Your Child?

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.

Encouraging Kids to Communicate: An Excerpt from the Book HIGH by David and Nic Sheff

David and Nic Sheff, of Beautiful Boy, wrote HIGH for teens to talk honestly about drugs.

Is Meth on the Rise Again?

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.

Is CBD Safe for Teens?

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.

What Parents Need to Know About College Binge Drinking

Parents who communicate expectations against drinking means a lower chance of their child drinking excessively in college. Get tips on how to talk.

How Can I Prevent My Child from Overdosing?

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.

Is it Cheating to Use a “Study Drug” to Focus on Schoolwork?

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.

Stress and Drug Use: What Every Parent Should Know

School stress can lead to teen drug use, but many parents with good intentions overlook the possibility. Learn the effects of stress and how to help your kid cope.

Why Teens Drink and Experiment

There is no single reason why teenagers use alcohol and other drugs. But here are some of the issues and influences behind the behavior of teenage substance use.

When Your College Kid is Home for Summer Vacation

As soon as your college kid arrives home, sit down and talk. It’s not all about drugs and alcohol, it’s about maintaining a supportive relationship.

Parent of a Teen? Try These 6 Things

It’s important to remember your power as a parent. Here are 6 suggestions on ways you can reduce the chance your teen will drink, use drugs or engage in other risky behavior.

How to Help a Friend with Addiction

Is an adult family member or friend struggling with addiction? You're probably wondering how you can help. Here's 7 answers to questions you may be asking.