KIDS FOR LIFE’S CHALLENGES.
It may not seem like it at times, but parents are a child’s No. 1 influence. That means it is up to us to address tough topics with our kids like substance use and mental wellness. ParentUp is here to help and provide guidance about how to do this as supportively and effectively as possible.
It may not seem like it at times, but parents are a child’s No. 1 influence. That means it is up to us to address tough topics with our kids like substance use and mental wellness. ParentUp is here to help and provide guidance about how to do this as supportively and effectively as possible.
Get to know the pressures teenagers face in Vermont. Find out how to spot red flags, and get facts to use as talking points with your kids.
FIND OUTTeenage years are especially vulnerable to the harms caused by substance use. Find out why teens are at risk.
Get FACTSTake a look at some of the ways emotional and mental wellness can affect teens. Get insights into how to think about them as a parent.
FIND OUTAlcohol, cannabis and even nicotine all carry their own risks. Learn the surprising truth about the risks of different substances.
LEARN MOREMake your house a safer environment for teens. Get tips for talking about the risks of substance misuse, along with conversation guides.
Get TIPSGet tips for establishing an ongoing dialogue. Learn how to explain the risks to your teen without shutting the conversation down.
FIND OUTFind out what red flags might mean your teen is experimenting with drugs or alcohol.
TAKE A LOOKLearn how to spot behavior changes that might be red flags, both in your teen and in their friend group.
LEARN MOREA quick-access directory to tools, resources and community programs that can help you deal with your family’s specific needs.
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