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Start Early: 10 Ways to Talk to Young Children About Drugs & Alcohol

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It’s never too early to start the conversation about substance use. As soon as children are able to converse, parents can start teaching them how to make healthy choices—a skill that will serve them well in adulthood. Here are ten tips for talking with little ones about substance use.

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Having “the” Talk with Your Kids (and We're Not Talking About Sex)

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Part of raising children is teaching them what they need to know for independent adult life. One of the greatest gifts a parent can give a child is education about substance use. 

In a world where many substances are all too easy to access (and sometimes even encouraged), it’s important for your child to understand the risks associated with alcohol, drugs, and nicotine.

Read on for our breakdown on having The Substance Talk with children of any age.

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How Vaping Affects Children, Teens, and Young Adults

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“In the United States, youth use e-cigarettes, or vapes, more than any other tobacco product,” according to Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Over two million middle- and high-school students reported using e-cigarettes in 2023 (CDC 2024).

Nicotine in any form, however, can damage a young person’s developing brain. Read on to learn how—and what parents, adults, and caregivers can do to help prevent underage vape use.

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What to Do if Your Teen Is Using Drugs, Alcohol, or Tobacco

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As a parent, finding out your child has experimented with substances can be a bit shocking. What should you do?

Read on for an overview of why teens may seek out substances—and how adults can help them.

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How to Talk to Teens About Substance Use

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With children of any age, it’s important to communicate clearly, firmly, and lovingly about the effects of substance use. Teens in particular may need guidance to make healthy choices around drugs, alcohol, or nicotine.

Read on for our guidelines on how to talk with your teen about substances.

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