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Talk to your Child about Drugs

It is as important to speak to your child about drugs and alcohol as it is about sex.
Why do kids take drugs?

Stress: to relieve stress, keep calm, take away loneliness.
To forget or solve problems financial, sexual or social.
Enjoyment, excitement and fun, to feel good, when bored, to get energy.
Peer pressure: to be accepted, to be popular, or impress friends.
Self&ndash:imaging: taking drugs is not only a means of conveying an image to others, it is a way of conveying an image to yourself.
Risk taking and rebellion: the potential negative consequences of taking drugs, coupled with the fact that they are illegal, can make drugs a more enticing prospect (forbidden fruit).
Out of curiosity: to experiment.
Body concept: to become thin, to build muscle.
Availability: there are drugs in India schools, and society generally, and are often affordable to students.
Addiction: to avoid withdrawal symptoms once dependent.

Drugs are in Indian schools: it is not a question of IF your child will be in contact with drugs, but When. And when they are, will they be ready?

False

If my child took drugs, I would know it.

The truth is…

There are many cheap drugs are on the market today. Young people do not need to steal or ask their parents for large amounts of money to buy them. The harmful effects of drugs gradually become visible after prolonged use. The short&ndash:term effects of most drugs are often hidden and confused with a sense of sleeplessness or irritability. Most of the time, parents are the last to know about their child’s drug problem.

What to do if you think your child is taking drugs?

Try not to panic.
Don’t confront your child if he or she seems under the influence. Wait until the effects wear off.

Calmly discuss the situation without aggression. Listen to what your child is saying without being judgmental. If what they are saying concerns you, express this honestly and without anger or tears. Explain why you are worried and what your concerns are and tell them how you feel. Discuss guidelines and let your child be part of the process, by being part of these they are more likely to stick to them. Be firm, consistent and caring, but show that using drugs is an unacceptable practice and that you disapprove.

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