SAMHSA
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.
DrugFree.org - Parent Talk Kit
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.
NIH National Institute on Drug Abuse
Teen Brain
NIDA is the lead federal agency supporting scientific research on drug use and its consequences.
Too Smart to Start
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.
Free Rehab Centers
Rehab.com
Family Checkup
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.
TXT 4 Help - National SAFE PLACE Shelters
TXT 4 HELP is a nationwide, 24-hour text-for-support service for teens in crisis.
Drugs & Alcohol 101 - Parent Resource
Parent resource for recognizing addiction, categories of drugs, pharmacology, signs and symptoms and talking with your child.
Drug & Alcohol Resource List
Resource list of local drug and alcohol services and treatment.
Kent Youth & Family Services "Working toward a better future"
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.