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Youth Substance Use: Information for Parents
Talking with Children and Youth about Substance Use
Being a Role Model
Sharing Feelings
Teaching Children and Youth about Substance Use
Tips for Talking to Youth about Substance Use
Tips for Talking with Your Child
Understanding Youth Substance Use
If You Think Your Child is Using Substances
Activities for Talking about Substance Use
Tips to Help You Connect With Your Child
Youth Substance Use
The Stages of Change
How Parents Can Help
Making a Decision about Substance Use
Supporting Your Child
Treatment for Youth Substance Use Problems
Supporting Your Child in Recovery
Youth Treatment Options and Services
What should you do if your child asks you about alcohol, tobacco or other substance use? How do you talk to your child about their substance use? What can you do if you think there may be a problem?
These are the kinds of questions this topic will help answer. You’ll find:
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