Over the Counter Medications
One of the most dangerous ways teens have begun experimenting with drugs and alcohol, is through over-the-counter (OTC) medication. While OTC medication is important for kids to remain healthy and treat illnesses such as colds, coughs, and the flu, teens have begun using OTC medication to get high. We feel it is important for parents to understand and educate themselves on this trend.  

Vaping
Vaping has become more and more prevalent among teens across the country. It is highly addictive, dangerous, and harmful to the body's lungs central nervous system. There are many articles on vaping, but please be sure to check the information below as a resource to parents.

• Tobacco Use Prevention Education (TUPE)
• Mill Valley Aware: Let’s Talk about Cannabis & Vaping: Panel Discussion
• January 16, 2018 Presentation
• Vaping Presentation Video - 2018

Mill Valley Aware
Mill Valley Aware is a coalition of parents and community leaders who have joined together to help our teens grow up safe and healthy. We sponsor parent and teen education and events and provide ways for teens and parents to connect with and support each other around the issues of teen alcohol and drug use.  For more information, visit their website.

Other Resources
Listed below are other resources available to parents designed to education and talk with their child(ren) around alcohol and drugs:

• Cannabis Parent Update
• Mill Valley Middle School California Health Kids Survey (2015-16)