Auburn School District

Talk Tips & Toolkits

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.

Tips for Talking and What to Say to Prevent Drug and Alcohol Abuse

Conversations are one of the most powerful tools parents can use to connect with—and protect—their kids. But when tackling some of life’s tougher topics, especially those about drugs and alcohol, just figuring out what to say can be a challenge. These age-by-age scripts will help you get conversations going with your child whether he or she is in preschool, grade school, middle school, high school or post-high-school/college.

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.

Could your kids be at risk for substance use or misuse?

Parents are often concerned that their children will start (or are already) using drugs such as tobacco, alcohol, marijuana, and others—including the misuse of prescription drugs. Research supported by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows the important role that parents play in preventing drug use in their children.

Parent resource for recognizing addiction, categories of drugs, pharmacology, signs and symptoms and talking with your child.

Resource list of local drug and alcohol services and treatment.

Kent Youth and Family Services promotes healthy development of children, youth and families in South King County by providing professional counseling, education, and support services.