T R UST.

T H E A N T I -D R U G.

Studies have shown that in general, kids believe their parents trust them.

Where kids get into trouble with drugs is when they think this trust

means that they’re mature enough to avoid the dangers.

Trust is essential. Yet they must understand that trust

comes with responsibilities. That’s why you need

to talk to them about drugs and give them clear,

consistent rules. Monitoring your kids’

activities doesn’t mean you

don’t trust them. It means that you care

about them enough to be involved. Between 4 and

6 p.m. is when kids are most likely to try drugs. So

keep them busy. Encourage them to participate in sports, drama, band or an after school activity. What

matters is your involvement.

Teenagers want their independence, yet need the

stability provided by routines. For more information,

call 800.788.2800 or visit www.theantidrug.com.

Kids who read warning labels

are not always looking for

what can harm them. Kids

who use inhalants are looking

for the chemicals that can get

them high. Propane. Toluene.

Butane. Nitrous oxide. These

chemicals are found in many

common household cleaners,

paints and aerosols that kids

use to get high.

Kids who receive education about drugs from their parents are 36% less likely to use pot than kids who don’t. They’re 50% less

likely to use inhalants. 56% less likely to use cocaine. And 65% less likely to use LSD. Research also shows that parents who set clear rules and enforce them consistently are far more effective in keeping their kids off drugs than those who don’t. This message is brought to you by the Office of National Drug Control Policy/Partnership for a Drug-Free America and Central Vermont New Directions, 223-4949.