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Drug Awareness Information By Dawne Gibson. Do You Know What Your Children are Doing ?. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Drug Awareness InformationBy Dawne Gibson
Prescription and OTC drugs such as cold medicines, pain relievers, sleeping aids,
and even ADHD medicines are commonly abused by young people. They are readily
available, and can be more dangerous than other drugs. Some side effects
include dizziness, nausea, vomiting, coma, and even death. Abusing prescription drugs is a growing problem in the US,
therefore, start talking to your child today about the dangers of drugs.
The top reasons given by young people include…
1. To feel grown up2. To fit in and belong3. To relax and feel good4. To take risks and rebel5. To satisfy curiosity Source:“Keeping Youth Drug-Free” program, U.S. Department of Health and Human
Services.
Why Do Kids Try Drugs?
Substance abuse is a preventable problem. You are powerful as a parent. Most kids say they stay away from drugs
because they might upset their parents.
Teach your kids the risks of drug use and your stand on them.
Get and stay closely involved in your kids’ lives. Know what is
going on in their lives, who their friends are, and the five
“W’s”--who, what, when, where, and why.
Talk early and often to your kids about drugs and alcohol use (average age kids start
drugs is 9-12).
Be a parent, not a pal. Children need boundaries and
guidelines.
See how much you know, take a two-minute quiz about drugs and how to
detect drug use at www.drugfree.org.Other websites to visit
include:
http://talkingwithkids.org/
http://www.drugfreeaz.com/ http://www.theantidrug.com/
Talk to your kids today about the dangers of
drugs. You are their anti-drug.
If you need more information or would like to talk with your school counselor, call Mrs. Gibson at 342-2644 extension
3 or email her at [email protected].