Worried about your child using substances? We can help keep you up to date on substances like vaping and marijuana, and prepare you to communicate effectively.
Vaping has become one of the most popular forms of substance use among young people.
What can you do?: Stay informed about vaping and use that information to connect with your loved one throughopen communication.
One of our experts on teen vaping, Linda Richter, shared information on theUncensored Parenting podcastabout what vaping is, signs that your kid is vaping, and what to do if you think they are.
Linda told the hosts:
“If you’re wondering or think your kid is doing it, one approach is to say: ‘I know a lot of kids are vaping now. It’s all over the place. I assume some of your friends are doing it. What do you think about it? What do you know about it?’ You can get a vibe from how they’re answering. It doesn’t have to be one conversation in one day – you can keep going at it.”
Interested in connecting with other parents who are dealing with similar situations?
Our free and confidential Online Support Meetings are for parents and caregivers of teen and adult children experimenting with, or dependent on, substances – marijuana, alcohol, opioids or others. These meetings are solution-based – we discuss real-life issues and skills you can use to address them. Meetings are led by trained volunteers that have lived experience with these issues – they offer a welcoming and nonjudgmental atmosphere. Also available are tailored meetings for specific situations, such as grief groups.
Trained and caring helpline specialists are ready to listen to your challenges, setbacks, obstacles and difficult emotions that go along with a child’s substance use or addiction. No matter where you are on your journey, our specialists will help support you in finding solutions that fit the needs of your child and family.
