How many teens are abusing prescription medications? According to research conducted by the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids, at least one in four teens say they have taken a prescription medicine that was not prescribed to them. Why are some teens doing this? Teens are engaging in this dangerous behavior for a variety of reasons. In […]
Help Your Teen Fight Prescription Drug Abuse
According to Partnership for Drug-Free Kids, one in five teens has admitted to illicitly using drugs, and this increasing trend is driven by prescription pain medications, the most commonly abused drugs. Among 12- to 13-year-olds, the misuse of opioids is a growing epidemic and, if not addressed, can develop into an addiction. Here are four […]
How To Talk to Your Teen About Drug Abuse
It is vital to talk to your teen if you suspect they are abusing drugs. It is not easy, so be prepared for your teen’s reaction. The chart below provides sample conversations on how to discuss drug use with your teen. For more facts and tips on teen interventions, click here. (Infographic courtesy of Partnership […]
