Resources for Parents, Guardians and Carers to help them support young people navigating drug and alcohol issues.
Parents: Conversation Starters
Get information to help you talk with your teens about drugs and their effects, and learn where to go to get help.
https://nida.nih.gov/research-topics/parents-educators/conversation-starters
How families can protect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander teenagers against drug related harms
https://positivechoices.org.au/parents/Indigenous-preventing-drug-related-harms
Parents Coaching
ReachOut Parents Coaching supports you to build the skills, knowledge and confidence for a strong relationship with your child. Access free, confidential and professional support for your parenting with an online program where you develop an action plan helping you be the parent you want to be.
https://parents.au.reachout.com/
The Australian Parenting Website
This website provides free, reliable, up-to-date and independent information, with answers to hundreds of parenting questions to help your family grow and thrive together. It is funded by the Australian Government, reviewed by experts and is non-commercial.
https://raisingchildren.net.au/
Parent Line TAS
The Parent Line offers 24-hour information and support for parents throughout Tasmania.
The Parent Line is supported by Health Direct and your calls will be answered by a health professional who will provide quality, approved health information and advice.
Raising your kids strong
Deadly activities families can do together
https://positivechoices.org.au/parents/deadly-activities-for-families
Vaping
Do know what they are vaping? Learn about its dangers , and how to help protect your children from vaping:
https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/tobacco/pages/vaping-parents.aspx
e-cigarettes and Vaping
Information is to empower you with the latest research and information to engage in meaningful conversation with young people.
https://lungfoundation.com.au/lung-health/protecting-your-lungs/e-cigarettes-and-vaping/for-parents/
Alcohol, smoking and other drug use: how to help teenagers
Learn about warning signs of alcohol and other drug problems, and the steps to take if you suspect your child is using alcohol; or other drugs.
Teenagers: videos
Handling tricky conversations and other videos.
https://raisingchildren.net.au/teens/videosDifficult conversations with pre-teens and teenagers
Tips on how to prepare for, and manage difficult conversations with pre-teens and teenagers
Carer Gateway
Emotional, practical and financial support for carers.
Call 1800 422 737.
https://www.carergateway.gov.au/
Supporting someone
A range of practical resources and information to help you feel confident supporting your loved one, as well as looking after yourself.
https://www.beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/supporting-someone
Services and supports in Tasmania
Links, contact details and information about a range of child, family and parent services and support organisations in Tasmania.