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Don’t talk at your teens about their risks of drugs – talk with them! On this page, you’ll find our recommendations for some of the best drug-related books, movies, and more. Try watching, reading and then discussing these topics with your teenager. They provide the material for honest, intelligent and thought-provoking dialogue between you and your child.
Recommended Books

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Beautiful Boy
David Sheff's story is a first: a teenager's addiction from the parent's point of view-a real-time chron. . .
High Society
A child who reaches twenty-one without smoking, using illegal drugs, or abusing alcohol is virtually cer. . .
A Piece of Cake
Cupcake Brown was only 11 years old in 1976 when her mother died and her life spiraled out of control. She . . .

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Latest Brochures and Pamphlets

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Preventing Drug Use Among Children and Adolescents (Second Edition)
The new edition of Preventing Drug Use Among Children and Adolescents includes information on risk factors for yo. . .
Drugs:  True Stories (DVD with Discussion Guide)
Information and support help prevent addiction. Abuse of alcohol and marijuana led Joel to prescription painkille. . .
Words Can Work:  When Talking About Drugs (Booklet)
In this 56 page booklet, young people and parents tell their true stories about drug abuse, addiction, recovery, . . .

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Substance Abuse Themed Movies

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Little Fish
Little Fish (2005)
Theme: Struggle of Addiction
Rating: MA-15
Tracy (Cate Blanchett) lives with the painful past of her former heroin addiction, often faced with temptation to fal. . .
21 Grams
21 Grams (2003)
Theme: Drug Abuse
Rating: R
The emotionally and physically charged lives of three people, a college professor (Sean Penn), an ex-con (Ben. . .
28 Days
28 Days (2000)
Theme: Alcoholism
Rating: PG-13
Gwen (Sandra Bullock) is an alcoholic in denial whose latest bender with boozer boyfriend Jasper (Dominic Wes. . .

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Special Drug Reports

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Meth Information & Resource Center
Methamphetamine is a dangerous drug with serious side effects. If you are a teen, young adult, parent or concerned ci. . .
Prescription Medicine Misuse and Abuse: A Growing Problem
Many teens think these drugs are safe because they have legitimate uses, but taking them without a prescription to. . .
23 Tips to Keep in Mind
Kids and drugs. It can be an overwhelming issue to deal with - but it doesn't have to be. All you really need. . .

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