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Teen substance use

The teen and young adult years are confusing, complicated and formative. Understanding what's happening socially and developmentally — and how it can intersect with substance use — is fundamental to setting the stage for healthier outcomes.

Worried about possible use?

It's important to take any substance use seriously, but before acting on impulse, take a breath and review strategies for communicating effectively and encouraging positive behavior change.

Recursos en Español

Usted no está solo! Muchas familias están pasando por lo mismo que usted está pasando, enfrentándose al uso de drogas o alcohol de su hijo o hija, y estamos aquí para ayudarle.

Cómo Hablar Sobre el Uso de Marihuana

Sabemos que hablar con su hijo sobre los riesgos de la marihuana puede ser difícil. Estamos para ayudarle.

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Guía de Vapear

Lo Que Usted Necesita Saber y Cómo Hablarle a Sus Hijos Acerca de Vapear.

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6 Prácticas de Crianza

Aquí le ofrecemos 6 prácticas de crianza, basadas en investigaciones, que lo pueden dirigir por el camino correcto.

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Information by substance

Everything you need to know to better prevent the use or misuse of the substances most accessible to teens and young adults.

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What Is Blood Alcohol Concentration

By knowing how BAC is measured, the factors that affect it, and the signs of high BAC levels, people can better manage their drinking and stay within safe limits.

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Parental Mental Health

Parental mental health significantly influences the overall well-being of their children, impacting their development, behavior, and life choices.

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ADHD and Substance Use

ADHD's potential link to substance use disorder is a significant concern for those diagnosed with it. Understanding this link is key to getting appropriate help sooner.

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Medetomidine: Adding to the Overdose Crisis

Medetomidine is an animal tranquilizer increasingly being found in the drug supply. Even though medetomidine is made for animals, it can be dangerous if people use it.

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Nitazenes: A new dangerous opioid

Nitazenes are powerful lab-made opioids, such as metonitazene and isotonitazene, with no approved medical use. They are potentially 40 times stronger than fentanyl and are difficult to detect through standard drug tests or testing strips.

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Tianeptine: "Gas Station Heroin"

The FDA and many state health agencies are raising the alarm about tianeptine, also called “gas station heroin." It is illegally marketed in smoke shops, convenience stores, gas stations and online as a dietary supplement, research chemical or brain enhancer. Some of the more common brand names include ZaZa, Pegasus, Neptune’s Fix and Tianna Red.

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