It’s more important than ever for parents to protect their kids’ health and future by talking about substance use early and often.
Here are a few helpful tips to start a conversation about marijuana with your teen.
BE HONEST AND POSITIVE
Share fact-based information. Have a calm conversation with your teen and ask questions. Avoid scare tactics, but be clear about rules. Be attentive, curious, respectful and understanding.
BE REALISTIC
Marijuana may not be the most lethal drug, but it’s not harmless either. Let your children know about the potential risks associated with marijuana use. Focus on how it may affect their goals and future success.
BE HELPFUL
Help your teen evaluate information they have heard on television or read online. Ask them to consider the source of the information and make clear that desire to promote a product or service can influence accuracy. Guide them toward independent and unbiased material.
Here are a few helpful tips to start a conversation about marijuana with your teen.
BE HONEST AND POSITIVE
Share fact-based information. Have a calm conversation with your teen and ask questions. Avoid scare tactics, but be clear about rules. Be attentive, curious, respectful and understanding.
BE REALISTIC
Marijuana may not be the most lethal drug, but it’s not harmless either. Let your children know about the potential risks associated with marijuana use. Focus on how it may affect their goals and future success.
BE HELPFUL
Help your teen evaluate information they have heard on television or read online. Ask them to consider the source of the information and make clear that desire to promote a product or service can influence accuracy. Guide them toward independent and unbiased material.
Click here to download a free Marijuana Talk Kit from Partnership for Drug-Free Kids
Click here to learn more about teens and marijuana at MaineParents.Net
Click here to learn more about teens and marijuana at MaineParents.Net
