More tips on talking to youth about drugs and alcohol 

Earlier this week R&J News shared some tips on how you should talk with youth about drugs and alcohol, as how you interact with youth can influence their choices for good and bad. Kim Myers of Norman Mahnomen Public Health says one thing you should do when talking to youth about substances is to show them that you care, but avoid using scare tactics. 

Myers says it’s also important for adults to have discussions with their kids to set guidelines, and enforce them once they’re set. She also shares some advice for how you should conduct yourself during these discussions. 

R&J News will be sharing more tips on talking to youth in future news casts.