Talking to your child when you’re worried about alcohol or other drug use
This guide helps parents talk with a young person if they’re worried about alcohol or other drug use.
It suggests choosing a good time, avoiding blame, listening to understand, offering support and trusting that change takes time. It also reminds parents to look after their own wellbeing and seek help if needed.
- Organisation:
- Topic:
- Target audience:
- Parents or carers
- Service area:
- National
- Published:
- April 2025
- Last reviewed:
- July 2026
Multilingual resources
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