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Drugs are dangerous to use. Talking with your teen about them will help him/her understand the bad effects of them. Here are some guidelines on talking to your teen about drug use.
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Drugs are dangerous to use. Talking with your teen about them will help him/her understand the bad effects of them. Here are some guidelines on talking to your teen about drug use.
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# Do not have this conversation for the first time as a result of your child being caught using drugs. By starting this conversation at a young age, and modifying it for content as the child matures and begins to have more focused questions, it will become part of your family culture to openly discuss societal issues. Start this conversation as early as you believe your child is equipped to participate.
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# Do not have this conversation for the first time as a result of your child being caught using drugs. By starting this conversation at a young age, and modifying it for content as the child matures and begins to have more focused questions, it will become part of your family culture to openly discuss societal issues. Start this conversation as early as you believe your child is equipped to participate.
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# Set aside an interruption-free time block. Turn off your cellphone, don't have an appointment coming up. You want to be available and truly listening to your teen during these conversations.
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# Set aside an interruption-free time block. Turn off your cellphone, don't have an appointment coming up. You want to be available and truly listening to your teen during these conversations.
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# Be sincere in your remarks and don't use propagandized slogans. "Drugs are bad", although technically the end result you want them to arrive at isn't engaging and it can make them feel patronized. Ask for their opinion, and then don't interrupt or editorialize it while they are sharing. This is of great importance, because teens need to be able to speak up as they grow. It will also show your teen that he/she understands what you guys are talking about.
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# Be sincere in your remarks and don't use propagandized slogans. "Drugs are bad", although technically the end result you want them to arrive at isn't engaging and it can make them feel patronized. Ask for their opinion, and then don't interrupt or editorialize it while they are sharing. This is of great importance, because teens need to be able to speak up as they grow. It will also show your teen that he/she understands what you guys are talking about.
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# Offer to research things with them.
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# Offer to research things with them.
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