What To Do If You Think Your Child Is Using?
A drug or alcohol addiction is a serious matter and one that should be handled by a professional. It is not something you are easily going to be able to solve just by talking to or reasoning with your child.
Often times they will hide and deny that they are using anything, much less that they are addicted to it. In other sections of this website we've talked about signs and symptoms and how to talk to your child about drug and alcohol abuse. If you are at the point where you think it is time for some professional help there are some places you can go to get information.
211
211 is a service where you can locate many different kinds of services in your area. You can access this information by dialing 2-1-1 on your telephone or by visiting their website www.211.org
Maine Juvenile Treatment Network
The Maine Juvenile Treatment Network is a network of treatment providers in Maine who offer substance abuse treatment for adolescents. They maintain a database of providers and can help you locate services in your area. You can see a list of providers in your county and get other information by visiting their website www.JuvenileTreatmentNetwork.org
Additional Resources
Here are a few websites that provide education and strategies to parents around preventing alcohol, drug, and other addiction issues. If you are concerned that your child may already be using call the Maine Juvenile Treatment Network to find a treatment provider who can help evaluate your child 1-800-269-0016
http://www.theantidrug.com/
http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/osa/prevention/adult/index.htm
http://www.family.samhsa.gov/
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