Nothing will strike more fear into a parent’s heart than discovering their child is using drugs. You’re probably flooded with questions and feeling overwhelmed with concern about your son.

Substance abuse is common, but here’s the good news: treatment is available. What’s more, a wealth of support is available to you and your child. Let’s learn how to get your son on the pathway towards recovery.

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We know you might be scared and hesitant, but you don’t have to wait to do something. In fact, the sooner you take action the better. Before you do anything, prepare yourself with a few key steps.

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“Did you ever do drugs?” It’s a question many parents dread. Is telling your kids about substance abuse helpful or harmful?

Unfortunately, it’s not an easy question to answer. Some professionals think that being candid about your past will give kids an excuse to drink and do drugs. Others say it can provide honest and open communication.

So, should you be honest about the times you drank as a teen or used drugs in college? It depends. Let’s break it down so you can approach the situation with care and caution.

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