Tips for Parents

What can you do as a parent?

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• Educate yourself – know the Signs & Symptoms of prescription drug abuse

• Be more aware

• Keep medications in safe place

• Monitor your medications - keep a Medicine Inventory Sheet

• Dispose of old or unused medications properly

• Spread the word - know what Community Resources you have available

• Spend time with your teen and get to know their friends and their friends’ parents

• Reinforce positive behaviors

• Be aware of Online Activity

• Most importantly – Talk to your Children!
   

Prepare to Take Action if You Suspect Teen or Young Adult Drug Use

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