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Parents360
Synthetic Drugs: Bath Salts, K2/Spice
A Guide for Parents and Other Influencers
From the The Partnership at drugfree.org
February 16, 2012
The Parents360 module addresses issues pertaining to synthetic drugs such as Bath Salts and K2/Spice. “Parents360 – Parents: You Matter” is a community education presentation that helps parents and other adults who care about kids learn how to communicate effectively with their children, look out for them and get them help if and when they need it. The presentation has a number of drugspecific modules that can be added to it. The one we’re talking about today is Synthetic Drugs such as Bath Salts and K2/Spice.
This is a very important topic to address because synthetic drugs are dangerous. They are not ‘safe' as a second choice, or as an alternative to more well-known drugs, for your kids, and you must communicate that fact with them. This presentation will help provide you with the information and resources to have that discussion.
Download: Synthetic Drugs: Bath Salts, K2/Spice: A guide for parents and other influencers
Center on Alcohol Marketing & Youth (CAMY)
The alcohol industry has a public responsibility relating to the marketing of its product, since its use is illegal for more than 80 million underage Americans. —The Surgeon General’s Call to Action to Prevent and Reduce Underage Drinking, 2007
Alcohol: Our Kids’ Drug of Choice
Alcohol is the most commonly used drug among America’s youth. More young people drink alcohol than smoke tobacco or use marijuana. —National Research Council / Institute of Medicine, 2004
- Each day, more than 5,000 kids in the United States under age 16 take their first full drink of alcohol
- 1 in 6 eighth-graders are current drinkers.
- 1 in 5 youth, ages 12 to 20, binge drink (5 or more drinks on one occasion).
- Most kids drink to get drunk: more than 90% of the alcohol consumed by 12- to 20-year-olds is drunk when they are bingeing.
How To Talk To Your Kids About Drugs If You Did Drugs
We all want to warn our kids against the dangers of drug abuse. But the single biggest reason so many of us are reluctant to start the conversation is because we're afraid we'll be asked that uncomfortable question: "Mom, Dad...did youdo drugs? OR LIKE THIS: "Everyone makes mistakes and trying drugs was a mistake I made. It made me do some dumb things. And it's hard to look back and see that I got anything good out of the experience. I love you too much to watch you repeat bad decisions I made."
The fact that you've had experience may actually be an advantage. Read on:
New Hampshire's Party Host Liability Law
Most underage drinkers get their alcohol from adults. In 2004 the NH legislature passed a law (RSA 644:18) to hold "hosts" of parties responsible for the actions of underage participants. This law can be applied to any adult.
Under this Law
Host means a person who:
- is at least 17 years old;
- owns, rents, or has control of the site;
- knows about the party; and
- knows that persons under the age of 21 have a plan to drink alcohol or use drugs;
Party means:
- five or more people under the age of 21 (not related to the host) are present; and
- at least one person under the age of 21 has an alcoholic drink or an illegal drug.
To Stay Safe Under This Law
People whose properties may be the site of underage drinking or drug parties should:
- tell local law enforcement officials as soon as possible;
- take action to prevent the party; and/or
- try to stop the party, if it has already started.
What can happen to “hosts”?
Under this law, a person who hosts a party where minors drink alcohol or use drugs may be charged with a misdemeanor, fined up to $2,000 and spend a year in jail.
Exceptions:
The provisions of this section shall not apply to:
- the use of alcoholic beverages at legally protected religious observances or activities, or
- those persons using a controlled drug under a physician’s care where the use of the drug is consistent with the directions of a physician.
Law enforcement in NH takes underage drinking seriously
Other Applicable Legislation (find it all at: www.gencourt.state.nh.us/rsa/html/nhtoc.htm)
- Section 179:5 Prohibited Sales to those under 21
- Section 179:5-a Sale of Kegs of Malt Beverages Require Identification of Buyer
- Section 179:10 Unlawful Possession and Intoxication by those under 21
You can be part of the solution
Call the NH Liquor Commission’s Bureau of Enforcement at 1-888-8-Over-21 (888-868-3721) to anonymously report underage alcohol violations such as sales to minors or upcoming parties. Partnering with law enforcement is a key strategy to reduce underage drinking in our communities.
Reducing Underage Alcohol Problems: Party Host Liability
www.new-futures.org
Download: NH Party Host Liability Law
Pop Culture Quiz
Between the fast-paced world of teen culture and the negative influences that bombard your teen, parenting is a challenging and unpredictable task. How in tune are you with your teen s world? Test your knowledge with this short quiz. Answers follow the questions:
Social Host Brochure
This brochure approaches the role of adults in preventing underage drinking especially parties and addresses the responsibilities of the host, the homeowner, the landlord or other accountable individuals.
Download: Social Host Brochure
Start Talking Before They Start Drinking
Underage drinking can have serious consequences. You can protect your children from the risks associated with drinking by maintaining open communication and expressing a clear, consis- tent message about alcohol.
Download: Start Talking Before They Start Drinking
Talk To Your Teen About Alcohol
This guide is geared towards parents and guardians of young people ages 10 to 14.
Download: Talk to Your Teen About Alcohol
Teen's Tech Factsheet
Recent data from a special study conducted by Nielsen Online, on behalf of ONDCP, which monitored the online viewing habits of teens in June 2008, reveal that today's tech-savvy teens are exposed to dangerous, drug-related content through the Internet. The analysis also shows that viewer comments posted to drug-related videos overwhelmingly support or suggest acceptance of the video content.
Download: Teens Tech Factsheet
Teen's Tech Guide
With teens spending so much of their time online and so many new Web sites, gadgets, and digital platforms popping up every day, how can parents effectively monitor their teens' technological habits?
Download: Teens Tech Guide
What Parents Need to Know About K2, Spice and Synthetic Marijuana
What is K2?
K2 is a popular new drug that has effects just like marijuana. Many copy cat products that contain the same chemicals are being sold on the internet, in boutique stores, gas stations and smoke shops. It is usually smoked in a small pipe or a cigarette. Scientifically you may hear this referred to as JWH-018, JWH-073, or similar.
You Are What You Drink
At your age, how much alcohol is too much?
The answer is simple: If you are under the legal drinking age, any amount of alcohol is too much. Don t believe it? Ask your parents. Listen to their advice. They can help you learn why you should not drink alcohol.
Download: You Are What You Drink
