Preventing Risks

Learn to maintain clear boundaries that prevent risk-taking and keep teens safe.

Essential Reads

The Check-In Rule Helps Teens Avoid Risk

Sep 04, 2025

Learn how to use the check-in rule to help teens avoid pressure to try alcohol and drugs.

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Teach Your Teens to Protect Themselves from Sextortion

Feb 19, 2026

When it comes to the serious issue of sextortion, preparation and early communication are essential. 

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6 Ways to Prevent Teen Drinking

Dec 04, 2025

Practical strategies to stop teen drinking.

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Help Teens Learn to Recognize and Avoid Online Scams

Oct 08, 2025

There are steps that you can help young people take to protect themselves from becoming victims of online scams.

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Preventing Teen Substance Use

May 01, 2025

Guide your teen to make smart choices about alcohol and drugs.

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When to Let Teens Make Mistakes

Mar 04, 2025

Determining when to step aside and when to step in.

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Personal Devices and Your Health

Sep 04, 2024

The truth about the impact of technology.

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