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Information is power! Need some quick facts for a conversation about teen substance use, we've got you covered!
Talking to Your Child About Drugs
These can be challenging conversations for parents to have. The "Start Talking" initiative is a program in Ohio that arms parents with the skills to have these important conversations.
Positive Parenting Tips
Research shows that positive parenting prevents substance use in children and teens. Below are some links to resources with positive parenting tips.
Parents Who Host, Lose the Most!
There is a common misconception among parents that if they host the party and they provide the alcohol, they create a safe environment for their teen and friends in which to consume alcohol in. Parents Who Host, Lose the Most aims to educate parents about the dangers and legal implications of hosting parties.
KNOW! Newsletters
The KNOW! Newsletters from Prevention Action Alliance provide parents with timely and up-to-date information about substance abuse. You can view the full archive of newsletters as well as sign up to have them directly to your email by clicking below.
What If My Child Needs Treatment?
When you are seeking treatment coverage for your child’s substance use disorder or mental health issue, it is critical to document every action you have taken for insurance and medical purposes.
What many parents don’t know is that your insurance provider has to cover your child’s substance use disorder. It’s actually the law. However, even though your child’s health care provider has recommended a particular treatment, this may be denied by the insurance company. If this occurs, there are things you can do and this article should be helpful in explaining your options.
What many parents don’t know is that your insurance provider has to cover your child’s substance use disorder. It’s actually the law. However, even though your child’s health care provider has recommended a particular treatment, this may be denied by the insurance company. If this occurs, there are things you can do and this article should be helpful in explaining your options.