Prevention Resources

Vaping Conversation Guide:

Guide to help adults have effective conversations with youth about vaping. 

https://www.lung.org/quit-smoking/helping-teens-quit/talk-about-vaping/conversation-guide#before-you-talk

Talk: They Hear You

SAMHSA’s national youth substance use prevention campaign helps parents and caregivers, educators, and community members get informed, be prepared, and take action to prevent underage drinking and other substance use.

https://www.samhsa.gov/talk-they-hear-you/parent-resources

OASAS: How to Talk About Substance Use and Addiction

Educational materials and conversation starters to lead meaningful conversations about substance use, gambling & addiction.

https://oasas.ny.gov/prevention/conversational-resources

Talk2Prevent

Informational pamphlets and guides for practicing prevention at home.

https://oasas.ny.gov/talk2prevent-parent-toolkit

OASAS Tips for Parents and Caregivers

Open communication and clear rules and expectations go a long way.

https://oasas.ny.gov/prevention/parents-and-caregivers

Making the Talk Count at Every Age

One size does not fit all. This is especially true when talking about alcohol, drugs, and gambling. What you say to a 9-year-old is dierent from what you say to a 15-year-old.

https://oasas.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2020/04/making_talk_count.pdf

SAMHSA's mission is to lead public health and service delivery efforts that promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and provide treatments and supports to foster recovery while ensuring equitable access and better outcomes.

https://www.samhsa.gov/

Facts about Teen Drinking is a resource for teens that provides research based information on under-aged drinking, signs of a concern, and how to access help.

From tips on preventing substance use to guidance on managing recovery from addiction, here at Partnership to Addiction we have the information and resources you need at every step of the way.

https://drugfree.org/

From facts about substances to current news or media stories related to substance use, this site offers a blend of education and information for prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery. 

https://www.justthinktwice.gov/

Parents can join the conversation with this family discussion starter. Additional information on the warning signs of prescription opioid misuse and a guide to prevention and intervention empower families to reach out.

https://www.operationprevention.com/sites/default/files/PDFs/DEA_OP_ParentToolkit_May20.pdf

Working toward a substance abuse free Ontario County.

https://www.partnershipforontariocounty.org/substance-abuse-prevention-coalition-of-ontario-county

NCADD-RA provides evidence-based substance use and problem gambling prevention services to a diverse population through education, support, resources, advocacy and referral.

https://ncadd-ra.org/resources/

Find resources for parents and educators about underage and harmful drinking prevention. This section includes. factsheets, talking guides, conversation starters, guided lesson plans, and more to help parents and educators communicate with youth and young adults.

https://www.stopalcoholabuse.gov/engagement/parentseducators.aspx