Drugs and Alcohol Resources

Drugs & Alcohol
 
 
http://abovetheinfluence.com/facts/drugfacts
This contains information about nearly all drugs and their health and social effects on a person including unconventional drugs like bath salts, over the counter drugs, and household inhalants. A good way to inform parents on the modern dangers kids face today.

http://teens.drugabuse.gov 
Drug abuse prevention aimed at teens, parents and educators.  Has videos that can be used in the classroom as well as proposed classroom activities and material to distribute.

Includes information about prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery for substance abuse.  Also contains tips on safeguarding prescription medication and information about Social Host laws which make parents responsible for underage drinking in their home.
 
The partnership provides resources and information for New Jersey families to take steps to prevent and treat substance abuse.
  
This information is provided by the National Institute on Drug Abuse.  Developing good communication skills helps parents catch problems early,  support positive behavior and  helps them stay aware of what is happening in their children's lives. 

Talking to Children and Teens About Drugs
This information about various drugs is provided by Drugreport.com. This article was written to provide information to support parents in talking to children and teenagers about the dangers and risks of substance use and abuse.  

https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.

https://www.addictioncenter.com/community-resources/
Addiction affects people from all walks of life.  From veterans to LGBTQ individuals, learn how substance abuse affects specific demographics and where to get help.