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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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