Resources for Parents of Teens
Protecting Teen Health Part 1: Teen Mental Health with OASIS, Stoughton Youth Commission and Stoughton Police (1/21)
OASIS, SYC and the SPD share local trends, signs of emotional distress and how to get help if you need it. This is a great one to watch WITH your teen.
Protecting Teen Health Part 2: Marijuana and Teens with OASIS, Stoughton Police and Stoughton Youth Commission (1/21)
OASIS, SPD and SYC talk about current trends and mental health concerns related to teen marijuana use.
Protecting Teen Health Part 3: Marijuana, Teens and the Law with OASIS, Stoughton Police and Stoughton Youth Commission (2/21)
SPD talks with OASIS and SYC about the ins and outs of the MA Marijuana Law, particularly for minors.
Protecting Teen Health Part 4: Questions and Answers 2/21
OASIS, SPD and SYC provide highlights from the previous 3 workshops and answer common questions about Teen Mental Health and Teen Marijuana use.
Tips for A Safe Prom (or other event) Night
Internet and Social Media Safety Resources
Resources for Parents in Early Childhood:
Guide for Substance Abuse in Early Childhood
How Brains are Built (YouTube)
Rethinking Substance Use Prevention: An Earlier and Broader Approach
Parent TipS: how to talk to your teens about Alcohol and Other Drugs
More Print Resources from the MA Department of Public Health for Parents to Download:
7 Ways to Protect Your Teen from Alcohol and Other Drugs
Web Resources for Parents:
The Family Checkup: Positive Parenting Prevents Drug Use is a tool from NIDA (National Institute on Drug Abuse) with great tips and talking points for parents to support good communication around alcohol and other drugs with their teens.
How to Keep Your Teen Safe in Just 15 Minutes is a great resource from Boston Children’s Hospital Center for Adolescent Substance Abuse Research. In a series of short videos totaling less than 15 minutes Dr. Knight and Dr. Harris share information about how alcohol and marijuana impact the teen brain and what parents can do to prevent teen drug use in their family.
Get Smart About Drugs is a parent resource from the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). It contains info on prescription drugs, text messaging and other resources: www.getsmartaboutdrugs.com
Hidden in Plain Sight is a mock teen bedroom that gives parents a chance to learn about some of the signs (and products related to) of teen alcohol and other drug use. This website provides a virtual bedroom to explore with photos and explanations. In Stoughton we offer a live version of this bedroom. Reach out to us if you are interested in hosting Hidden in Plain Sight at your event.
Support for Parents
Stoughton Youth Commission - Do you need to talk to someone about HOW to talk to your child about drugs and alcohol? Are you concerned about your child’s behavior? Maybe you would like your child to talk to someone? Reach out the Youth Commission for FREE confidential counseling services and support from licensed mental health professionals. The staff are happy to provide everything from a quick phone consult to on-going family or individual youth counseling. Info in the link.
Learn to Cope – A local support group for parents and family members who are dealing with a loved one addicted to heroin, Oxycontin and other drugs. Website includes lots of great information and opportunities to engage in a online community in addition to live weekly meetings. The closest group meeting is at Good Samaritan in Brockton.
Website with Resources for Parents Dealing with Teen Drug & Alcohol Abuse