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Prevention & Early Intervention

What Teens Have to Say About Nicotine, Alcohol & Other Drugs

We asked teens about their friends who engage in substance use and an intention to try substances in the future. Here's what they said.

When Opioid Pain Relievers Are Prescribed For Your Child: What You Should Know

The overprescribing of prescription pain relievers has been a major cause of the opioid epidemic. Know what to ask when your child is prescribed opioids.

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.

Parent Coaching Agreement

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.

Does My Child Need Opioids to Cope with Severe and Acute Pain?

If your child has acute pain, opioids may lead to addiction. But parents can ask a doctor about mitigating the risk while still dealing with the pain.

For Parents & Families Outside of the United States

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.

Your Comprehensive Guide to the Opioid Epidemic — and What You Can Do About It

Learn about how the opioid epidemic started, how you can keep your community safe, and how to help a loved one who is struggling -- download your eBook now.

Safeguard Against Medicine Misuse: Securing and Disposing Medications

Two-thirds of teens who report misusing Rx medication get it from friends, family and acquaintances. Learn proper storage and disposal to help prevent misuse.

How Much Should I Tell My Child About My Substance Use When I Was Young?

It's understandable you might worry about telling your child about your own past alcohol or drug use. Here are a few points to consider.

Can “Overparenting” Lead Kids to Abuse Study Drugs?

Parents want what's best for their kids. But under pressure, many of us get a little too involved and "overparent," sending the wrong message to our teens.

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.

How to Talk with Your Niece, Nephew or Other Family Member about their Drug Use

Besides parents, aunts, uncles, grandparents, cousins and older can help influence young adults, too -- especially if they're struggling with drugs.

Alcohol Blackouts: What Parents Need to Know—and What to Do

Although blacking out is not uncommon, it is poorly understood. Alcohol-induced impairment is dangerous and can be unpredictable.

How to Listen and Get Through to Your Teen

Just talking to your child is only half the job. You can keep the lines of communication open by knowing how to listen and when to talk.

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Out of Reach

Learn about teen prescription drug abuse through the eyes of a teen filmmaker who set out to capture the issue as it exists in his world.

Teen Brain Development

There’s a reason teens behave the way they do. Understand how your teen’s brain is developing and why this is so important to preventing drug use.

Prevention Tips for Every Age

Straightforward drug prevention tips parents can use for kids of any age, from toddler to teenager to young adult.

Is Teen Substance Use Normal?

Understanding why some teens drink or use drugs is a valuable step toward keeping them healthy and safe.

Healthy Risk Taking

The best way to prevent your child from taking negative risks is to replace them with healthy risks.

Risk Factors for Addiction

Identify whether your child could be at higher risk for drug or alcohol use, and learn common reasons for why young people may use.

How to Prevent Underage Drinking

What do you do, and what can you say if your child has been caught drinking?
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