Information & Resources
The links below give you, as a parent, the facts and essential information about the harmful effects of use and abuse of alcohol and other drugs among youth and young adults. You can also find blog posts with actionable steps on how to communicate the subject of drugs and alcohol with your children.
Parents
- The Effect of Substances on Teen Brain Development
- I Think My Child Is Using
- I Know My Child Is Using
- Get Support
- A Comprehensive Guide to Substances
- Setting Limits & Monitoring Behavior
- Healthy Risk Taking Alternatives for Teens
- Using Positive Reinforcement to Change Behavior (A Guide)
- Connecting with your Teen to Prevent Drug Use
- Prevention Tips for Every Age
- Prevention Tips for LGBTQIA+ Parents
- Parents Mental Health – How to Get Help
- Treatment Options Overview
- Navigating the Treatment System
Alcohol
These links focus on the issues on underage drinking and alcohol abuse.
- Parent Resources
- Answer Your Child’s Tough Questions About Alcohol
- Family Agreement Form: Avoiding Alcohol
- Why Your Child Might Start Drinking
- What You Can Do To Prevent Your Child From Drinking
- Why You Should Talk With Your Child About Alcohol
- Why Small Conversations Make A Big Impression
- The Consequences of Underage Drinking
- How to Tell If Your Child Is Drinking Alcohol
- Five Conversation Goals
- Help For Talking About Alcohol
Marijuana
Specific information targeted for the effects of marijuana use.
- Marijuana Talk Kit
- Marijuana: Facts Parents Need to Know
- Frequently Asked Questions About Marijuana
- Facts About Marijuana
- A Parent’s Guide to Preventing Underage Marijuana Use
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If you have any questions regarding alcohol and other drugs, Big Village’s activities in the community, or the programs and resources available, please feel free reach out to me by filling out the form on the left. We’ll get back to you as soon as possible.