Prevention & Early Intervention

Not sure how to prevent drug or alcohol use? Or what to do if you suspect or have discovered substance use? We have the science- and research-backed information to help.
We are here for you and anyone else playing a supportive role in the life of a young person struggling with drug or alcohol use.
Summer means more free time and more risk for teen substance use. Learn how to set expectations, stay connected, and keep your teen safe all summer.
More teens are using steroids to bulk up — and many parents miss it. Learn the warning signs, the real health risks, and how to talk with your teen.
Worried your teen or college student is sports betting? Learn warning signs, clues, money red flags and how to get help without judgment.
It can be scary if your child is using drugs or alcohol, and it's important to confront it. We're here to give you tips and strategies on how to do it.
Not sure if your teen's drinking is normal or a warning sign? Use this parent checklist to know what you're seeing, what it means, and what to do next.
High-intensity drinking means double the alcohol of a binge and far more risk. Learn the warning signs, when to call 911, and how to talk to your teen.
Your teen smells like alcohol but says they didn't drink. Learn how to stay calm, what to say, and how to keep the focus on safety, trust, and next steps.
Worried about your child's gambling? Learn how the CRAFT approach helps families set limits, stay connected, and encourage real change without ultimatums.
Worried your college student is using alcohol or drugs to cope with stress? Learn the signs, how to talk about it, and healthier ways to handle pressure.
Wondering why your tween melts down over small things? Learn what distress tolerance is and 5 ways to help your child handle big feelings and build resilience.
The EARLY Minds Act would allow Community Mental Health Services Block Grant funds to go toward prevention, creating a key flexibility to support mental health and substance use disorder prevention.
Help your child handle pressure to drink or use drugs. Practical refusal skills, conversation scripts, and an exit plan for tough moments.
Wondering if you should teach your teen how to drink? Research shows letting kids drink at home doesn't protect them. Here's what to do instead.
Pregaming is drinking before a party or event. Learn why it's risky for teens and college students, and how to talk to your child about it.
Worried about your child? Learn about 10 warning signs that your college student is drinking too much plus what parents can do.
Halloween, Blackout Wednesday, Spring Break: learn the high-risk drinking weekends for college students and 5 questions parents can ask to help them stay safe.
Teachers can help prevent teen substance use by building strong parent partnerships. Learn practical ways to communicate, build trust, and support students together.
Wondering if your drinking or drug use is becoming a problem? Learn the warning signs, what to ask yourself, and when to seek support.
Proposed guidance from the FDA suggests the agency is considering authorizing vapes in flavors like coffee, teas, and spices (e.g., cinnamon), even though flavored products appeal and pose risks to young people.
Teens are using AI chatbots like ChatGPT for mental health support. Learn the risks—privacy, harmful advice, and lack of oversight—and what parents can do instead.
Sports betting apps use odds, the vig, and “near-miss” psychology to keep teens wagering. Learn warning signs, micro-betting risks, and how to talk.
Not sure what to say if you suspect a student is using drugs or alcohol? Use these teacher-friendly scripts to talk with students, involve counselors, and partner with families.
The 2025–2030 U.S. alcohol guidelines removed daily drink limits and now say “drink less.” Here’s what changed and why it matters.
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