POT and vape:
in this discussion, there's no voice like yours.
POT and vape:
in this discussion, there's no voice like yours.
Storefronts. Billboards. News and social media. Friends and classmates, too, all have their tales to tell. Being a teenager has never been easy. Having a conversation with your kids about pot and vaping is a good place to start. You'd be surprised at the impact you, as parents, coaches and teachers, can have.
A healthy dialogue.
A healthy dialogue.
But talking can lift a real weight off your kid's shoulders. So start the discussion. And keep it up. Whether you suspect your kids are using or not. Silence, in fact, is the most awkward thing of all.
If all teenagers are hearing about vaping and pot is "fun, chill and harmless," they're missing facts that may shape their decisions. Evidence suggests weed and vaping may adversely affect brain development. Heavy users also lose interest and motivation in school, dropping out at much higher rates. And, don't forget, it's still illegal for anyone under 21.
a good place to start.
a good place to start.
The Parent Guide is a free tool designed to help you understand marijuana and vaping, your kid's social world and ease your way into an informed, nonjudgmental discussion.