Drug Prevention for Teens

The Benadryl challenge on Tik Tok and other drug challenges are dangerous for teenagers. These challenges should not be promoted on social media. Instead, teenagers should be informed of how harmful it is to do drugs and the effects of a drug overdose. Playing these games is no laughing matter and should be taken seriously. Therefore, as parents, a good conversation about not doing these challenges, drugs, and other topics is important to do daily.

Doing drugs at an early age causes a teenager to become involved in more sexual activity and have a lack of motivation to finish high school. A teenager will have more anxiety, depression, and addictions to alcohol, drugs, or cigarettes. There will be more mood swings and changes in behavior that might not be detected by a parent. Have an open discussion with your teenager. Also, know the people your teenager socializes with in-person and online.  

As a parent be informed and alert of new Tik Tok challenges that are hazardous for a teenager to participate in. Educate yourself about the negative effects drugs and alcohol have on the teenage brain and body. Learn your teenagers slang words. Stay away from watching movies, television shows, and games that encourage teenagers to harm themselves by using drugs and alcohol. Below are links for more resources about drug prevention for teens.

Talking to Your Teen About Drugs-A Parent's Resource:

Talking To Your Teen About Drugs: A Parent's Resource (therecoveryvillage.com)

Teen Drug Abuse-Help Your Teen Avoid Drugs-Mayo Clinic:

Teen drug abuse: Help your teen avoid drugs - Mayo Clinic

Drug Prevention Tips-Teen Help-Teen Challenge USA:

Drug Prevention Tips - Teen Help | Teen Challenge USA

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