PARENT RESOURCE CENTER
We all care about kids, and we know that parents have a harder job than ever when it comes to keeping children safe, successful and drug-free. Luckily there are many resources available to assist you in this challenge. Explore this area of the website and feel free to contact us if there is additional information that would be helpful to you.
What Parents Need to Know About . . .
Preventing Youth Alcohol and Drug Use
- Emerging Trends and Product Alerts
- A Parent's Guide to Preventing Underage Drinking
- How to Talk to Your Kids About Underage Drinking and Drug Use
- Parent Prevention Tips
- Guide to Safe Teen Parties
- Talking With Your Child About Tough Issues
- When It's Time To Seek Help
- Helpful Links on Specific Substances Abused by Youth
- Prescription Drug Abuse Resources
- Time to Text: tips on how to text, sample messages to send to teens and a cheat sheet parents can keep in their wallet
- Safe Teen Driving: Unintentional injuries as a result of car crashes are the top reason for lost lives among youth. New laws took effect in August 2008 that are designed to keep Connecticut's teen drivers safe. Make sure that both you and your child understand these laws.