YOUTH FRIENDLY SUBSTANCE USE ONLINE RESOURCES
Be Smart, Be Well: This website delivers life-story videos, expert interviews, and in-depth articles on a
variety of health topics, including Addiction and Drug Safety.
http://besmartbewell.com/addiction/
Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre: Resources are available on this website for youth and teens
about substance use, including in-depth information on various substances and concurrent disorders, as
well as steps to seek help. http://keltymentalhealth.ca/substance-use
Partnership for Drug-Free Kids: This website works to reduce substance abuse among adolescents by
supporting families and engaging with teens. http://www.drugfree.org/
The Cool Spot: This website is a young teen’s place for information on alcohol and helpful tips on
recognizing peer pressure and how to resist it. http://www.thecoolspot.gov/
Truth Campaign: This campaign provides information and uses videos and social media to engage youth
in taking action against tobacco and tobacco companies. http://www.thetruth.com/
Your Room: This website offers information about alcohol and a wide range of drugs, their effects,
withdrawal, and how to get help for yourself or for anyone else who needs it. http://yourroom.com.au/
SUBSTANCE USE RESOURCE INSTITUTES
National Council on Alcohol and Drug Dependence: This informational website provides support to those
who need assistance confronting the diseases of alcoholism and drug dependence. https://ncadd.org
National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism: NIAAA supports and conducts research on the
impact of alcohol use on human health and wellbeing. They provide resources directed toward young
people to evaluate your drinking and tools to stay in control. http://rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov/
NIDA for Teens: NIDA provides a wealth of knowledge and resources including easy-to-read guides
about various drugs. Their website for adolescents includes videos, blog posts, and drug facts.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administrations: SAMHSA works to reduce the impact of
substance abuse and mental illness on America’s communities, including through a series of workbooks for
teens and substance use. http://store.samhsa.gov/list/series?name=Tips-for-Teens