Drug Education and Prevention for Parents

There is a significant risk for today’s generation because of fentanyl. It is a deadly hidden threat. Fentanyl-laced drugs are extremely dangerous, and the average person is unaware their drugs are laced with fentanyl. Parents, guardians, educators, and anyone responsible…

A child's curiosity never really changes, but the way parents talk to them about drugs and alcohol should evolve as they get older. The 9 to 12 age range is a critical window — earlier than many parents expect. According…

Every parent wants to keep their child safe — but today’s risks look different than they did a generation ago. The rise of counterfeit pills and powerful synthetic drugs like fentanyl has created a crisis few families saw coming. What…

There are numerous reasons why someone chooses to use drugs, and the root cause of a substance use disorder is unique to the individual. However, the foundation of any effective rehabilitation and prevention is addressing the reason why or the…

Why Safe Storage Matters Safely storing prescription medications is one of the simplest ways to prevent misuse and protect your family. Many people keep powerful drugs in easy-to-reach places without realizing how easily they can fall into the wrong hands.…

This video talks about alcohol poisoning, also known as alcohol overdose, what to do or not to do when it happens and how to prevent it.

Speaking to children aged four to eight is much different than speaking with adults. The information appropriate for an 18-year-old is different from that for a four-year-old. The conversations must be age-appropriate. Unfortunately, some parents avoid speaking to their children…

Unused prescription drugs of any kind should not be treated like leftovers. Most families report they keep unused or expired medications in their homes. There are numerous reasons why this is the case, whether because it takes effort to discard…

Every parent or guardian should know that drug dealers use social media to target minors. Today’s youth spends an enormous amount of time online, most of which is spent on social media. Parents may be unaware of what their children…

Parental awareness is critical when it concerns vaping. It is estimated that more than 2.1 million youth currently use e-cigarettes. More than one in four youth are using e-cigarettes daily. A critical part of education and prevention is understanding what…

Learning to identify what drugs a person has used or is under the influence of is a skill that can help someone stop using drugs. In addition, it can prevent overdose and save someone’s life. Many of the signs and…

Peer pressure is the feeling that one must do the same things as other people of one's age and social group in order to be liked or respected by them. While peer pressure can be positive — encouraging healthy habits…

This video goes over one of the most, if not the most, dangerous drug, which has caused more overdose deaths than any other drug in the United States and other countries. We are talking about opioids and, more precisely, Fentanyl.…

We'll talk about how to spot the signs and codes used to purchase drugs online and most importantly, how to prevent it from happening in the first place.

Parents of teenagers know this conversation needs to happen — and ideally, it should start before the teen years. Every parent wants their child to avoid the risks associated with drugs and alcohol, and the evidence is clear that parental…

Safe zones of passage refer to the routes and areas surrounding schools that students use to travel to and from home each day. These spaces—often including sidewalks, intersections, and nearby community areas—are designated for student safety. In many cities, they’re…