Welcome to the Parent Toolkit
Here you’ll find information about what’s going on in the world today as it pertains to alcohol and other drugs, and guidance on how to talk to your kids about it and keep them safe.
Talking About Drugs by Age Group
It’s never too early to start age-appropriate conversations with your child about the dangers of substance use and the benefits of healthy living. Here are some guidelines to help shape productive conversations with your child.
Preschool
Elementary School
Middle School
High School
Drugs Defined
Language and slang are constantly changing in the digital world, impacting how we communicate with our children on daily basis. Here is a list of what’s out there, names that teens use for them, and the effects.
Prescription Drugs
“Prescription medicines are now the most commonly abused drugs among 12 to 13 year-olds.”
NSDUH (National Survey on Drug Use and Health)
