Raising Drug Free Children

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CE Course Description

Substance use and misuse by young people can lead to a variety of problems and may place them at risk for other related health consequences.  The purpose of this intermediate level continuing education course, developed using information from the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Department of Education, is provide behavioral health professionals with a practical guide to raising drug free children that can be shared with parents and caregivers.  An overview of substance use among young people is presented, as well as risk and protective factors, suggestions on how to talk to youth about substance use, and what do if substance use is suspected.

Author: U.S. Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Administration and U.S. Department of Education Office of Safe and Healthy Students

CE Course Objectives

1. Summarize how substance use impacts young people, including prevalence rates and effects on academic performance.
2. Discuss commonly used substances, their risks, how they are consumed, and their effects.
3. Describe concerns pertaining to misuse of prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medications by young people.
4. Identify risk factors that may make kids more vulnerable to trying and using alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs. as well as protective factors to offset those risks.
5. Review tips for parents and caregivers when substance use is suspected or known.

CE Course Outline

Introduction (5 mins)

1. Course objectives and overview (5 mins)

Section 1: What You Should Know (25 mins)

1. Are Drugs and Alcohol Really a Problem for Young Kids? (5 mins)
2. Since I am an Adult, is it Okay for Me to Use? (5 mins)
3. Will My Children Think I Am Too Strict if I Tell Them Not to Smoke, Drink, and Use Drugs? (5 mins)
4. Will My Kids Listen? (5 mins)
5. What if My Child Already Smokes, Drinks, or Has Tried Illegal Drugs? (5 mins)

Section 2: What Substances Do Kids Use? (25 mins)

1. Nicotine (2 mins)
2. Alcohol (2 mins)
3. Inhalants (2 mins)
4. Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications (2 mins)
5. Prescription Medications (2 mins)
6. Opioids, Including Heroin (3 mins)
7. Marijuana and Marijuana Concentrates (3 mins)
8. Synthetic Cannabinoids (2 mins)
9. Stimulants (3 mins)
10. Drug Identification Chart (4 mins)

Section 3: Why Do Kids Use Drugs or Alcohol? (20 mins)

1. Risk Factors (5 mins)
2. Protective Factors (5 mins)
3. Strategies to Mitigate Risk:
4. Define Rules and Consequences (2 mins)
5. Carve Out Individual Time (2 mins)
6. Provide Positive Role Models (2 mins)
7. Promote Healthy Activities (2 mins)
8. Get Involved (Social Life, School, Community) (2 mins)

Section 4: How Do I Talk to My Child About Drugs? (25 mins)

1. 4 Suggestions for Talking to Preschoolers (3 mins)
2. 5 Tips for Talking to Elementary School Students (6–10 years old) (3 mins)
3. 7 Ways to Talk to Middle School Students (11–14 years old) (4 mins)
4. 8 Tips for Talking to High School Students (15–18 years old) (4 mins)
5. Conversation Starters (3 mins)
6. Family Checkup: Positive Parenting Prevents Drug Abuse (3 mins)
7. Why You Should Talk With Your Child About Alcohol (3 mins)
8. DOs and DON’Ts When Talking With Kids About Drugs or Alcohol (2 mins)

Section 5: What If I Think My Child is Using Drugs? (15 mins)

1. How to Proceed (5 mins)
2. Substance Use Disorders (5 mins)
3. Screening and Treatment (3 mins)
4. Recovery (2 mins)

Section 6: Resources (5 mins)

1. For Youths (2 mins)
2. For Parents (3 mins)

Total Time: 120 minutes (2 hours)
Course Level: Introductory

Course Date: 2017-09-01

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