GENERAL DRUG INFORMATION
The Facts:
Substance Use & the
Teen Brain:
Teen brain development & substance use, teen use trends and prevention tips.
9%
of all overdose-related deaths
occurred in individuals aged less
than 24 years in the US
Opioids
specifically heroin, were the
cause of the highest overdoes death
rate among those aged 15-19 in 2015
772
drug overdose deaths
occurred among adolescents
aged 15-19 in 2015
Videos That Can Help:
Communication Resources:
Keeping
Kids Drug Free
The best way to help keep your family drug-free is to understand the factors contributing to substance abuse and to make it a topic of regular family discussion.
NIDA:
Family Checkup
Developing good communication skills helps
parents catch problems early, support positive
behavior, and stay aware of what is
happening in their children’s lives.