I know I am a big influence in my child’s life. Like many parents, I want to make sure my son is equipped to make healthy choices. Research from the Partnership for Drug-Free America shows that kids who learn consistently from their parents about the risks of drugs and alcohol are up to 50% less likely to use than those who don’t. What helpful parenting tips can you share?
As the parent of a teen, I agree parents should talk to their children at an early age about the risks of drugs and alcohol. Research from the Partnership for a Drug-Free America shows kids who learn about the risks of drugs at home are up to 50 percent less likely to use drugs, yet only 31 percent of kids report learning about the risks of drugs from their parents. We as parents should actively seek out and use vital resources provided, such as TimeToTalk.org, be creative about approaching the ‘drug talk’, and discuss what works and what does not with other parents. Talking with your kids about drugs and alcohol is one of the most important conversations you can have with them. Take the time to research, reach out to other parents and get comfortable about having the conversation and then take the plunge. Best wishes.
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