• Know the facts. Keep up to date with the types of drugs and risks so you can give accurate information.
• Be clear. Let your teen know it’s never OK to use drugs.
• Get to know their friends. Encourage your teens to have friends over so you know who is in their social group.
• Ask questions. Get the details on your child’s plans, set a time for checking in, and fi nd out if there will be adults on hand.
• Help your teen say “no.” Temptation happens, so help them develop strategies.
• Don’t ignore the signs. Note changes in your child’s appearance, mood, behavior or grades in school.
• Stay connected. Show interest in your teen’s life and spend time together.

To Learn More....

• High, Drunk or State of Mind? DVD from www.ciccparenting.org/catalogmain.asp
• Problem Drinking or Alcoholism? DVD from www.ciccparenting.org/catalogmain.asp
• Parents: The Anti-Drug, www.theantidrug.com
• Partnership for a Drug-Free America, www.drugfree.org
• “Intervention: How to Help Someone Who Doesn’t Want Help” Vernon E. Johnson

For More Direct Help...

• The Family Conservancy, 913-342-1110
• Crittenton Children’s Center, 816-765-6600
• Cornerstones of Care, 816-561-1791