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Youth Substance Use: Information for Parents

Talking with Children and Youth about Substance Use

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:

  • tips and advice on how to talk to young children and youth about substance use
  • what to do if you think there may be a problem
  • treatment services and support for youth and their families

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