Teens who say they've learned about the risks of drugs from their parents are much less likely to try marijuana than those who say they've learned nothing from them.
Father's Day is in June. Tip #1: A child needs a father's daily involvement. This could include playing or working with them, attending their activities, tending to daily routines or just spending unstructured time together.
The better YOU communicate, the more at ease your child will feel about discussing drugs and other sensitive issues with you. For suggestions on how to start a conversation with your teen, visit the Early Intervention area on this Web site.
Before talking to your teens about the dangers of marijuana, it's important that YOU understand all of the facts and are prepared for the conversation.