Communicating with Kids - Information

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Talking to Kids (Family Guide, Summer 2008): With a closer relationship to you, she'll be less likely to develop mental health problems and to experiment with alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs. In this section, you will find useful communication tips and other important information about mental health, substance use, and prevention. <Read More>

Parenting Teens Network: Information resource for parents of teens.

Talking with kids about tough issues (www.talkingwithkids.org): This website offers techniques for parents on how to talk easily and openly with young children (8-12) about sex, HIV, AIDS, violence, drugs and alcohol.

Time to Talk: Link to conversation starters for talking with children of all ages and other resources.
Take the time to Text your teen. Link to article from Time To Talk.

Growing Up Drug Free: A Parent's Guide to Prevention Includes: How to teach your child about drugs; talking to your kids effectively; Laying the groundwork. Online Version Contact the P2PN for a free copy of this book.

Know!: For parents of middle schoolers to increase awareness and communication about alcohol, tobacco and other drug prevention.

Parents make a difference: Link to samhsa research

Peer and Family Relationships: Link to NIDA websites

Search Institute and the 40 Assets
One page PDF of the 40 assets

Articles

2008-09 Archive