A recent study found that more than half of teens will try an illicit substance at least once and almost all will try alcohol and tobacco. These findings have parents concerned and many have asked for a refresher on how to keep their kids off drugs. The first thing to do is to start talking. The sooner the child hears the dangers of drug use, the sooner they begin to understand. By the age of 10, parents need to have a serious, sit-down specific talk about drug use, abuse and the dangers therein. Also, getting your child involved in activities like martial arts will help deter drug use. The signs of use are the still the same: blood shot eyes, dropping grades in school, aggressive or withdrawn behavior and a laid-back view on drug use.

These are just a couple of tips for parents. Please comment and let me know any that I should add or anything that you think will help kids understand the risks and stay away from drugs and alcohol.

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