Dear Friend,

We immunize. We require seat belts in the car and helmets while biking. We insist on sunscreen. We do just about everything we can to ensure that our kids are healthy, safe and primed for success. But when it comes to drinking alcohol or perhaps vaping and marijuana, why does it seem okay to shrug it off as “a rite of passage” or “just experimenting”?

In the next episode of our year-long video series, our host GloZell chats with experts and advocates about what is normal teen behavior. They explore the pressures teens often face that may lead to substance use and addiction. Having ongoing conversations about alcohol and other drugs is important to not only protect them, but to set them up for success in the future.

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“As a teacher, I know those learning moments don’t always happen along our timeline or fit nicely within our agenda,” says Jessica Lahey, a bestselling author and teacher. “When I talk about prevention, I make sure to tell parents that they have to talk about these issues openly and often because if you don’t say much about it and then sit your teen down for ‘the talk,’ they immediately shut down.”

 

You can watch this episode and previous episodes here on drugfree.org. ([link removed] )  This video series will feature a variety of topics, voices and stories all year long.

For more information on what is normal for your teen and how to stay connected, visit these Partnership to End Addiction resources below:

- WEB: What is normal? ([link removed] ) – Why do teens drink and use substances?
- WEB: Playbook for Parents of Tweens ([link removed] ) or Playbook for Parents of Teens ([link removed] ) – Tips on protecting your child's well-being and handling challenges they may face.
- NEW TOOL: Substance Use Risk Assessment ([link removed] ) – Use our new tool to help you better understand the risks your child may face related to mental health, well-being, personality, family history, and their environment.

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