Abuse

See also:

• Health: Addictions: Substance Abuse  (2,444)
• Health: Addictions: Substance Abuse: Alcohol and Drug Detection  (102)
• Health: Addictions: Substance Abuse: Alcoholism  (810)
• Health: Addictions: Substance Abuse: Centers and Counseling Services  (598)
• Health: Addictions: Substance Abuse: Tobacco: Teen Smoking  (32)
• Kids and Teens: Health: Substance Abuse  (108)
• Shopping: Health: Home Tests: Substance Abuse  (47)
• Society: Issues: Health: Drugs: Illegal  (170)

• Adolescent Substance Abuse and Recovery Resources - A list of links and books about substance abuse and recovery for teenagers.
• Alcoholism Runs in Families - A factual article about the risk factors of children of alcoholics.
• The Anti-Drug - Parenting tips newsletter produced by the Office of National Drug Control Policy.
• Can We Talk - Community program designed to help parents talk with their children about relationships and sexuality, including the prevention of pregnancy, HIV/STDs, drug abuse and violence.
• DAMMADD - Dad's and Mom's Against Drug Dealers - Organization dedicated in assisting law enforcement with tips by putting up a cash reward at every level; drug kingpin, street corner dealer, drug production facilities, and drug shipments.
• Diagnosis and Treatment of Drug Abuse in Family Practice - An scientific article written for family doctors that discusses detection and treatment of addictions in families.
• Methamphetamines, a Guide for Parents and Other Caregivers - Several paragraphs of facts about methamphetamine usage among children, plus a list of booklets and other resources that can be ordered, some free.
• Parenting IS Prevention - PIP offers information, advice, and tools to guide parents in helping their children make healthy, drug-free choices.
• Parenting With Dignity - Information resource focusing on warning signs of drug abuse and gang violence.
• Partnership for a Drug-Free America - Tips on talking to kids about drugs, as well as information on specific drugs, slang names, what they look like, and FAQs.
• Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment - FAQs - A research-based guide to what to expect in drug addiction treatment.
• Talking With Kids: Alcohol and Drugs - Steps to take to discuss drug use with your children.
• Teenage Drug Use and Abuse Prevention - Information on specific drugs, how to talk to teenagers about drug use and abuse, and treatment for abuse, from About.com.