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Teen drug use: Help your teen avoid drugs and alcohol.
Why teens abuse drugs
Talking about teen drug abuse
Why teens use or misuse drugs
Consequences of teen drug abuse
Recognizing the warning signs of teen drug abuse
Seeking help for teen drug abuse
Content
The developing brain
Reasons for using drugs and alcohol
Risks of using drugs and alcohol
Risk of substance abuse disorders
Health effects of drugs
Talking about teen drug use
Other preventive strategies
Recognizing the warning signs of teen drug or alcohol use
Seeking help for teen drug use
Talking about teen drug abuse
Why teens use or misuse drugs
Consequences of teen drug abuse
Recognizing the warning signs of teen drug abuse
Seeking help for teen drug abuse
Content
The developing brain
Reasons for using drugs and alcohol
Risks of using drugs and alcohol
Risk of substance abuse disorders
Health effects of drugs
Talking about teen drug use
Other preventive strategies
Recognizing the warning signs of teen drug or alcohol use
Seeking help for teen drug use
Recognizing the warning signs of teen drug or alcohol use
Be aware of possible red flags, such as:
- Dropping or changing friends in a notable way.
- Losing interest in favorite activities.
- Changing sleep or eating habits.
- Showing little interest in appearance.
- Skipping school, missing assignments or getting lower grades.
- Having unusual or more frequent conflict with family members.
- Getting in trouble at school or with law enforcement.
