Resilient young people are more likely to resist drugs. Encourage involvement in healthy, creative activities that do not involve alcohol or illicit drugs. In Your Family Connect. Build lines of communication with your children. Build protective factors by showing you care and doing things together as a family.
Parental involvement is most important in keeping kids drug-free.
Set clear rules. Studies show that parents who do so are far more effective in keeping their children away from drugs than parents who don't. Take advantage of the many Web sites that offer parents tips for talking with children about drugs and other important issues. Reward good behavior consistently and immediately. Expressions of love, appreciation and thanks go a long way.