Links

Youth

  • Above the Influence

    http://www.abovetheinfluence.com

    Aimed at helping teens remain above the influence of alcohol and other drugs. Visitors can play games, watch videos, take quizzes and download podcasts.

  • Check Yourself

    http://checkyourself.com

    A place for older teens to check out whether their use of alcohol or drugs is turning into a problem for them.

  • The Cool Spot

    http://www.thecoolspot.gov/

    This site is designed to give middle schoolers the facts about alcohol and how to resist peer pressure. Features include quizzes to help test what you know about alcohol and its effects.

  • NIDA for Teens

    http://teens.drugabuse.gov/index.php

    Straight facts on drugs and their effects, plus games, downloads, and a chance to ask questions of "Dr. Nora", head of the National Institute on Drug Abuse.

  • Too Smart to Start

    http://www.toosmarttostart.samhsa.gov

    Offers special pages for Tweens and Teens on how to avoid underage drinking, including quizzes, tips on how to say no to alcohol and help with writing papers on the impact of alcohol.

    • Publications

    Parents

  • Juventud Latina - Hable con sus hijos sobre las drogas y sus peligros

    http://www.drugabuse.gov/LatinoBrochure/Index.html

  • Parents: The AntiDrug

    http://www.theantidrug.com

    Tips for parents and advice on how to help their teens handle stress and resist peer pressure to use drugs.

  • Padres. La Anti Droga

    http://www.laantidroga.com/default.asp

    Similar to its English-language cousin, this site offers tips and information for Spanish-speaking parents.

  • Parent Resource Center

    http://www.drugfree.org/Parent/Home/

    Features include sections on typical teen behavior, why kids are such risk-takers and the Parent's Guide to the Teen Brain.

  • Florida Informed Families

    http://www.informedfamilies.org/

    Information can be found on the Red Ribbon Campaign to fight alcohol and illicit drug use, Family Day and parent peer groups.

  • Florida Alliance for Drug Endangered Children

    http://www.floridadec.org/

    Resources for individuals and organizations concerned about children endangered by parents who use, manufacture or deal drugs.

  • OK to Say No

    http://www.oktosayno.org/

    An overview of what Florida parents need to know about the legal consequences of underage drinking, including some helpful hints for hosting alcohol-free teen parties.

  • Family Guide to Keeping Youth Mentally Healthy and Drug Free

    http://www.family.samhsa.gov/teach/summer.aspx

    This site has a series of downloadable guides, such as being a good role model, getting involved in your kid's life and teaching kids to choose friends wisely.

  • Time to Talk

    http://www.timetotalk.org/

    This Web site provides helpful tips for how to start a conversation with your kids when it's time to talk about drugs and alcohol.

    • Publications

    Communities

    Positive Youth Development: It's a Community Thing

    Healthcare Providers