Parent Prevention & Wellness Resources
Below are evidence-based resources for parents and caregivers to help prevent and intervene with their youth or young adults using alcohol and drugs.
These resources also include content and tools for promoting healthy lifestyle behaviors that assist in preventing and reducing substance misuse and improving the mental and physical wellbeing and performance of young people.
SAMHSA's National Helpline
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
7 Truths About My Son's Addiction
https://drugfree.org/parent-blog/my-sons-addiction-7-truths-that-took-5-years-to-learn/
Prevention Plus Wellness (PPW) Teen Contract to Avoid Alcohol and Drug Use Problems
Healthy Lifestyle Guidelines for Youth Goal Setting
Youth Healthy Lifestyle Behavior Quiz for Reaching Optimal Mental & Physical Wellbeing
Parent Healthy Lifestyle Behavior Quiz for Helping Their Youth Reach Optimal Mental & Physical Wellbeing
Comprehensive Guide for Parents Talking to Teens About Cannabis
Parent Strategies for Youth Prevention & Early Intervention, Partnership to End Addiction
https://drugfree.org/prevention-and-early-action/
Substance Use Resources for Parents
Resources for Families Coping with Mental & Substance Use Disorders
https://www.samhsa.gov/families
Parent & Caregiver Prevention Resources
https://www.samhsa.gov/talk-they-hear-you/parent-resources
Substance Use Resource Center
Resources for Parents
Helpful Resources on Youth and Substance Use
https://www.drugfreekidscanada.org/talk/dfk-parenting-resources/