StopMedicineAbuse.org This one page flyer / factsheet discusses the details behind cough medicine abuse in teens and specifically defines the main ingredient, dextromethorphan (DXM).
National
Preventing Teen Cough Medicine Abuse
The Partnership at Drugfree.org This factsheet is designed to help parents better understand how to better prevent cough medicine abuse in teens.
Parents Toll-Free Helpline from The Partnership at DrugFree.org
1-855-DRUGFREE (1-855-378-4373); Monday to Friday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm ET.
Youth Risk Surveillance Summaries and Topical Reports
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provide a compilation of national publications regarding adolescent and school health, featuring summaries related to the Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System (YRBSS) and reports on the Youth Risk Behavior Survey...
Trends in Adolescent Substance Use and Perception of Risk from Substance Use, The NSDUH Report
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 2013 This report produced by SAMHSA outlines trends from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH).
Navigating the Teen Years: A Parent’s Handbook for Raising Healthy Teens
American Academy of Pediatrics This booklet provides information and offers advice to guardians, so that they can help their teen live a healthy lifestyle. Whether you are a mom, dad, single, married, grandparent or other caregiver, this handbook provides tips and...
Marijuana Facts Parents Need to Know
National Institute on Drug Abuse This Q&A style document is targeted to help parents understand how to prevent their child from using marijuana. English Version | Spanish Version
E-Cigarettes Fact Sheet
American Lung Foundation This factsheet defines an electronic cigarette, highlights the populations utilizing them, and describes the negative health consequences of their use.
Electronic Cigarettes (E-Cigarettes), Tobacco Fact Sheet
Legacy Foundation This factsheet outlines the background, prevalence, safety, regulation, and concerns surrounding electronic cigarette use.
Drug Guide for Parents Chart
The Partnership at Drugfree.org This is a guide is designed to inform parents about the dangers, street names, signs of abuse, and other details regarding drug abuse.