If you’re raising a teenager, this section’s just for you. We believe parents and other trusted adults play a big role in helping teens learn to be responsible for their health. We’re here to help. Click below for information and resources to help you and your teen Thrive.

Spanish content is available in parentheses ( ).

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Parenting Your Child with ADHD Video
Watch our video to learn more about caring for a teen with ADHD.

Dealing with Emergencies (Qué hacer en una emergencia)

Keeping Young Drivers Safe
A resource for parents on keeping teens safe while on the road.

Guia de Nutrición Para la Dieta Mexicana
Guide to the Mexican Diet in Spanish and English.

Responding to Teen Substance Use

Special Care for Your Teen (Cuidado especial para su hijo adolescente)

Suspect Your Teen is Using Drugs or Drinking? (Spanish and English)
A brief guide to action for parents, from theantidrug.com

Talking with Kids about Tough Issues
An invaluable resource that helps you figure out how to talk to teens about difficult issues such as sex, drugs, and violence.

Talking With Your Teen About Sex

For Friends and Parents of Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual Teens
Para amigos y padres de jóvenes homosexuales, bisexuales y lesbianas (Spanish)

Teen Alcohol and Drug Abuse

Teen Depression: What Teens and Parents Need to Know

Tips for Parents of Teenagers (Sugerencias para padres de Adolescentes)