Only 27 percent of teens (roughly one in four) say they're learning a lot at home about the risks of drugs from their parents, according to the Partnership's national study. How can you start the "drug conversation" - and keep it going? One way is to learn the facts so you can talk knowledgably about the subject. Our sections on Guides and Special Drug Reports will help get you up to speed. Another great way to reach teens is through stories and pop culture. Our section on books and movies is sure to help you and your teen start talking - and connecting.

Recommended Books Browse All >> Beautiful Boy David Sheff's story is a first: a teenager's addiction from the parent's point of view—a real-time chronicle of th. . . High Soceity A child who reaches twenty-one without smoking, using illegal drugs, or abusing alcohol is virtually certain never. . . 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 moved to S. . . Browse All >>

Latest Brochures and Pamphlets Browse All >> English | Español 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, . . . Browse All >>

Substance Abuse Themed Movies Browse All >> 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 (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 (2000) Theme: Alcoholism Rating: PG-13 Gwen (Sandra Bullock) is an alcoholic in denial whose latest bender with boozer boyfriend Jasper (Dominic Wes. . . Browse All >>

Special Drug Reports Browse All >> 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. . . Browse All >>