Parent/Caregiver Session – Empowering Families for Better Drug & Alcohol Education

Your Words Matter: Empower Yourself to Protect Your Teen from Alcohol and other drug harms.

Open communication is a powerful shield. Our Parent Session equips you with the confidence, skills and knowledge to be a vital protective factor in your child’s life.

Communication is your superpower. This session empowers parents and caregivers to build strong, open lines of communication with their teens about drug and alcohol use. Learn practical strategies to start non-judgmental conversations, understand the teenage brain, and become a confident source of support.

Addressing drug and alcohol issues is vital for student well-being. That’s why we urge schools to offer this impactful parent session alongside student programs. By uniting as a community, we can cultivate a supportive environment where our young people are empowered to make healthy choices and thrive.

Program Highlights:

• Harm Minimisation: What is it, and why is it considered best practice in drug education?
• Understanding the Teenage Brain: What’s happening in their brains, and how does it affect decision-making?
• Positive Social Norms: What do the statistics real say about drug use amongst young people.
• The Impact of Alcohol on the Teenage Brain: Understanding the developmental risks.
• Starting and Maintaining Open Conversations: Practical tips on how to talk to your teen and keep the lines of communication open.
• Collaborative Support: How families, schools, and the wider community can work together to support teens in making healthy choices.
• Understanding Drugs and Cannabis: What you need to know to have informed conversations.
• Parenting Teenagers: What’s different, and how can you navigate this stage while ensuring safety and independence?
• Resources: Reliable, fact-based resources to help guide your ongoing learning and support.

By attending this session, you’ll walk away feeling empowered, informed, and ready to have important conversations with your teen, all in a safe, non-judgmental space.

Boost Parent Confidence in Minutes: Introducing Our Customisable Chat Add-On!

Want to provide impactful support for your school’s parents without adding significant time or complexity to your existing events?

Introducing our customisable Parent Session Add-On, expertly led by Sharon. This focused 20-30 minute informal chat is designed to seamlessly integrate into your already planned parent gatherings or be offered as a convenient, stand-alone online session.

Imagine your parents walking away from an event feeling more confident and equipped to have those crucial conversations about drug and alcohol education with their teens. Sharon’s engaging and approachable style creates a relaxed atmosphere where parents can easily grasp key concepts and feel empowered to open up dialogue at home.

This isn’t a lengthy presentation; it’s a targeted, informal discussion focused on the essentials of creating a safe, open, and non-judgmental space for communication. We understand that building this foundation is paramount for connecting with teenagers and supporting their healthy growth and independence.

Whether you choose to tack it onto the end of a parent-teacher night, a wellbeing workshop, or offer it as a dedicated online opportunity, this add-on provides:

• Concise and Actionable Insights: Parents receive practical tips they can implement immediately.
• Focus on Creating a Safe Space: Learn how to foster an environment where teens feel comfortable sharing.
• Emphasis on Non-Judgmental Communication: Understand the importance of listening and understanding.
• Opportunity for Q&A (Time Permitting): Address immediate parent concerns and questions.
• Easy Integration: Designed to be a smooth and efficient addition to your existing schedule.

Give your parents the boost of confidence they need to navigate these important conversations. Our customisable 20-30 minute chat add-on is an accessible and effective way to empower your parent community.