How do I talk to my teenage son about drugs?

Teens and drugs: 5 tips for talking with your kids

1. Make your values and your rules clear.
2. Ask and listen, but resist the urge to lecture.
3. If your child has used substances, try to explore the reasons.
4. Know when (and how) to intervene.

How can I stop my son smoking?

Help your teen make a plan

1. Know your reasons. Ask your teen to think about why he or she wants to stop smoking.
2. Set a quit date. Help your teen choose a date to stop smoking.
3. Avoid temptation.
4. Be prepared for cravings.
5. Consider stop-smoking products.
6. Seek support.

How do I approach my son about drugs?

A lot of parents try to keep their child’s drug use within the family, Hedrick tells WebMD….Your conversation with your child could cover the following ground:

1. Explore the reasons your child lied.
2. Understand what is going on.
3. Let your child know that lying is not OK.
4. Talk about how to be honest in the future.

What to do if you think your son is smoking pot?

Check out “Kids Off Chemicals” by Dr. Mark Falls. Before you freak out, finish reading this post and avoid doing something you may regret. Here are five things that you can do when you either have proof or suspicion that your son is smoking pot. 1. Talk it out with your spouse/partner/friend and come up with a solid plan

Why is my son smoking marijuana?

I think it is necessary for your son to see a therapist for a good and thorough evaluation to help assess why he is smoking marijuana. I doubt very much that peer pressure is the main reason. Peer pressure may be contributing but our teens tend to gravitate toward peers who they identify with.

Should you intervene in your son’s drug use?

There are certainly exceptions, but marijuana has absolutely become a part of youth culture. While experimentation may be inevitable, you do not have to accept ongoing drug use from your son. You can definitely intervene and give him a solid chance to be successful and happy without drugs and alcohol.

Why is my son and his friend smoking?

Perhaps your son’s school schedule is too intense and needs adjusting. Keep in mind that your son and his friend are probably smoking twice as much as they are letting on to. The rule of thumb is to double the frequency and/or quantity of drug/ alcohol use that individuals report. Those who use substances tend to under-report usage.