Substance Abuse ED Talks

Vaping - What Every Parent Needs To Know

by Wendy Hagen, Director of Speakers at Teen Esteem

According to the U.S. Surgeon General, vaping is a fast-growing epidemic among young people. In this short video you will hear relevant statistics, medical facts, helpful tips and encouragement for parents as well as the basics of what you need to know about vaping. What is vaping? What can I do if I discover my child is vaping? This ED Talk will give you a better understanding as to why it is important to talk with your kids starting at a young age.

Today’s Marijuana – What’s Different, What’s Not

by Jaime Rich, Environmental Prevention Program Director
Center for Human Development

Do you consider yourself well versed in today’s marijuana scene and the growing number of ways our kids are being lured into using this seemingly “harmless” substance? This ED Talk will show the differences between medical and recreational marijuana, why today’s marijuana is so much more potent and the increasing number of ways marijuana is being consumed, often undetected and at dangerously high doses.

Marijuana - Why Not?

by Jaime Rich, Environmental Prevention Program Director
Center for Human Development

Are you aware of the short and long-term physical, mental and emotional effects caused by consuming marijuana, especially as it relates to adolescents. Increased anxiety and depression, trouble reasoning and thinking, decreased IQ score and hindered brain development are a few of the eye-opening affects you will hear about in this video.

Signs and Symptoms of Marijuana Use

by Jaime Rich, Environmental Prevention Program Director
Center for Human Development

Concerned your child may be using marijuana but don’t know exactly what to look for? That’s not surprising since today’s marijuana consumption has become much less distinct and easier to hide. In this ED Talk, you will discover a number of physical and behavioral signs and symptoms of today’s marijuana use as well as commonly used paraphernalia to help you more quickly and easily identify marijuana use in your home.

Marijuana - How to Talk to Your Kids

by Jaime Rich, Environmental Prevention Program Director
Center for Human Development

Talking to your child about marijuana use may not be a conversation you’ve had, or feel prepared to start.  Using the tools and communication skills outlined in this ED Talk, you’ll find yourself better equipped to have a productive conversation using techniques such as active listening. You’ll find a variety of common scenarios with potential questions you may want to raise that could improve communication with your child on this sensitive yet timely subject.

Prescription Drug Abuse - Be Aware

April Rovero, Founder & Executive Director of NCAPDA
National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse

This ED Talk tackles red flags when it comes to prescription drug abuse. It will help you become more aware and equip you to recognize when your child needs help.

Prescription Drug Abuse - Be Educated

April Rovero, Founder & Executive Director of NCAPDA
National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse

This ED Talk provides more in-depth information about prescription drug abuse.

Prescription Drug Abuse - Be Involved

April Rovero, Founder & Executive Director of NCAPDA
National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse

This ED Talks will give you parenting tips for prevention of prescription drug abuse. It will give you tools on how to improve communication with your child and help them make healthy choices.

Prescription Drug Abuse - Be Supportive

April Rovero, Founder & Executive Director of NCAPDA
National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse

If your child is struggling with prescription drug abuse, this ED Talk will help you intervene and get help that your child needs.

Prescription Drug Abuse - Off to College

April Rovero, Founder & Executive Director of NCAPDA
National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse

College comes with its own set of temptations and trends that your student will face. This ED Talk will give you effective ways to help your child get prepared so they can make healthy choices.