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Listening to Your Children about Drugs

It’s important to have regular and sincere communication with your child. Talk every day, even when schedules are busy. If chatting together is a regular pattern, it will be easier for your child to address problems, and easier for you to identify changes in mood or rough times. Let your child talk without interruption and show you are interested. Turn off the television, sit with him or her, and make eye contact. Allow your child time after school or practice to adjust and relax. Let them know you respect their feelings. With a closer relationship, children will be less likely to experiment with alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs.

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