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The 2010 World Cup has seen players take to the pitch to the deafening drone of the vuvuzela reverberating throughout South Africa and emanating from the pubs and televisions of the United Kingdom. But parents may be losing sleep for another reason: worrying what their teenager is getting up to...
Young people who can talk openly with their parents are less likely to try drugs than those without this relationship, and they will wait until they are older before deciding whether to experiment with drugs.
A-Z Guide to Common Drugs
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Three parents talking about their experiences since their children started taking drugs.
Common questions asked on your child and drugs.
The warning signs to spot if your child is taking drugs.
Help and advice if your child is taking drugs.
Understanding the facts about drugs will help you to communicate with your son or daughter to inform them of the risks, and help them to protect themselves from harm. It will also help you keep a cool head in a crisis.
As the Family Planning Association launches a campaign highlighting the risks to sexual health caused by binge drinking, parents need to talk to their teens about a sensible approach to booze.
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