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Navigating parenthood during the adolescent years brings unique joys and challenges. Whether you're looking for insights on youth development, guidance around mental health conversations, or information about specific substances, this resource is designed to meet you wherever you are in your parenting journey. We recognize that every family's experience is different, and there's no expectation that you should already know everything about these complex topics. Together, we're all learning how to support our children in making healthy choices while building strong, trusting relationships. Explore the sections below at your own pace, taking what's helpful and leaving what doesn't fit your family's needs.

ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT

Know what to expect from our children as their brains, emotions, and social worlds start changing. This section explores the following topics:

MENTAL HEALTH

Get to know the factors that impact adolescent mental health, including both risks and opportunities to support our kids. This section explores the following topics:

  • INFLUENCING FACTORS

  • RISKS

  • RESISLIENCE AND COPING

SUBSTANCES

Learn the basics about drugs and how to start talking about them. This section explores the following topics:

ELEMENTARY AGE

Find out how we can set the stage now for a healthy adolescence, and how to talk about substances with young children at various stages. This section explores the following topics:

  • TALKING WITH YOUR ELEMENTARY AGE CHILD

  • SETTING THE STAGE

WHAT YOU CAN DO

As a parent, you can’t guarantee an easy pathway for your children. But you can help establish protective relationships and healthy spaces that foster resilience. This section explores the following topics: 

  • PLACE MATTERS

  • PEERS MATTERS

  • YOU MATTERS

  • MEDIA MATTERS