LearnNowBC - Information for Teens (STD, Pregnancy, Drugs, Alcohol, Tobacco)

Smoking, drinking, drugs and sexuality. Some parents feel it’s never too early to discuss these issues with their kids. Others prefer to wait until their children ask questions.

Either way, it’s good to have the latest information and expert advice on subjects like these:

Tobacco facts and resources (includes links to programs to help people quit smoking)
Teen alcohol and drug abuse
Responding to teen substance use
No2meth (includes information on substance abuse prevention in general, and tips for parents on talking to kids about drug-related issues)
CrystalMethBC - The Crystal Meth Prevention Society of BC provides drug awareness and prevention programs to combat crystal meth and other illicit drug use
Child and youth mental health (includes links to the B.C. Mental Health Information Line and local Child and Youth Mental Health offices)
Talking With Children About Sex (includes links to detailed information on sexually transmitted diseases, birth control, etc.).

Another great resource for parents is the Here to Help website. It’s for anyone in B.C. concerned about issues around mental health and addictions. It includes personal stories and links to resources that can help.