Parents: Facts on Teen Drug Use
Get information to help you talk with your teens about drugs and their effects, and learn where to go to get help.
Preventing Teen Drug UsePrevent your teen from starting or continuing drug use.
Drugs: Basic FactsGet the facts about drugs—facts for you and facts for your teen.
Drug TreatmentFind help for a teen who has a problem with drugs.
Out of School Time Toolkit
A toolkit that offers science-based activities and resources during out of school time (OST).
Safely Dispose of Your Prescription Medicines
Learn how to properly dispose of your unused medicines.
Family Checkup: Positive Parenting Prevents Drug Abuse
Learn the five parenting skills important in preventing the start and progression of drug use.
Dr. Nora Volkow: A Message to Parents
Listen to NIDA Director talk with parents about drug use and teens.
Principles of Adolescent Substance Abuse Prevention for Early Childhood
Learn ways to prevent the initiation of drug use for your child.
Federal School Resource Guide Now Available
The White House Office of National Drug Control Policy has released a resource guide for evidence-based prevention programs in school settings. The resources included in this guide are available free from the federal government, and can help educators protect students and schools from the impact of illicit substance use and misuse.
Preventing Teen Drug Use: How To Talk With Your Teen
Partnership for Drug-Free Kids
Learn how to have meaningful conversations about drugs and alcohol with your child.
New Data on Vaping and Teen Drug Use
EVERFI's Interview with NIDA's Dr. Emily Einstein and Brian Marquis
National Institute on Drug Abuse experts dive into the latest data from NIDA’s Monitoring the Future Survey and discuss the free resources available to address the latest in prescription drug safety and teen drug use.
Teen Prevention: Prescription Drug Safety & Vaping
EVERFI's Interview with NIDA's Dr. Ruben Baler and Brian Marquis
National Institute on Drug Abuse experts share information on the expanding and evolving challenges teens are facing when it comes to prescription drug safety and vaping.
How flavors hook our kids
PAVe: Big Tobacco Messed with the Wrong Moms Interview with NIDA's Director, Dr. Nora Volkow, M.D.
Dr. Volkow explains how and why flavors have been and continue to be a key component in hooking millions of kids on vaping.
Helpful Links
Find other resources that can help you understand teen drug use.
Facts For YouLearn how drugs affect your teen's brain and how they can impact your teen's life.
DrugFacts
Get plain and simple facts.
Emerging Trends
Keep up with new drugs and drug use trends, and sign up for alerts.
Commonly Abused Drugs
Use the at-a-glance chart to see drug and effects.
Science of Addiction
Understand the science of the disease of drug addiction.
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Marijuana: Facts Parents Need to Know
Read a short guide on talking with your child about marijuana.
Opioids: Facts Parents Need to Know
Learn facts about opioids and their potential harmful effects.
Facts For Your TeenTogether with you or on their own, your teen can learn the facts about how drugs affect their brain and body.
Drug Facts for Teens
Facts written for teens on the health effects and consequences of drug use.
Shatter the Myths
Answers to teens' most common questions about drugs and drug use.
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Marijuana: Facts for Teens
Not everyone is doing it. Teens get the straight facts about marijuana.
Opioid Facts for Teens
Teens get the straight facts so they can make smart choices.
NIDA's Easy-to-Read Web Site
Listen and read along to the facts about drug use, addiction, and treatment.
What To Do If Your Teen or Young Adult Has a Problem With Drugs
Follow the steps to help your child if you think there is a problem with drugs.
Principles of Adolescent Substance Use Disorder Treatment
Learn what to look for when seeking treatment for your child.
Get Smart: Talking to Your Child When You Suspect Drug Use
Drug Enforcement Agency
Get tips for talking with your child when you think there may be a problem.
Get One-on-One Help to Address Your Child's Substance Use
Partnership for Drug-Free Kids
Call, email, or text to talk with a specialist about a young person struggling with drug use.
SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Call 1-800-622-HELP or enter your zip code to find treatment help in your area.
