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"Everything teens and young adults need to know about alcohol and chemical addiction: Alcohol and drugs and their effects on brain, body and emotions The difference between ""using"" and ""chemical dependency"" What to do if you or a friend can't stop using Assertive ways to stand your ground and say ""no"" to using Skills to cope with situations that ""trigger"" relapse Important ways to grow in your recovery Living drug-free"

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9781940784991

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"""Wonderful! Outstanding! I can't say enough about this book. I absolutely encourage every parent to get a copy-no matter what the ages of your kids. Read it yourself so you know what you're up against, and then make sure that you read it with your kids. It will mean all the difference between hoping your kids stay drug-free and doing all that you can to see that they do."" -Terry Bradshaw, Hall of Fame quarterback, four-time Super Bowl winner author, It's Only a Game and Keep It Simple co-host, Fox NFL Sunday ""The combination of solid information from the authors and engaging writings from real teenagers packs a double wallop. This book is not just for teenagers; it's a must for any parent who, in today's times, needs to be well-prepared to talk with his or her teen about the critical issues of alcohol and drugs."" -Michael Popkin, Ph.D., author, Getting Through to Your Kids ""This excellent book offers a practical guide for parents and teens either needing information or faced with substance-abuse problems. I highly recommend this book; it will prove to be a welcome addition to the growing concern of chemical dependency in our youth."" Marsha Mathews, M.A., M.F.T. program manager, Options for Recovery and Family Treatment Center"

Wonderful! Outstanding! I can't say enough about this book. I absolutely encourage every parent to get a copy--no matter what the ages of your kids. Read it yourself so you know what you're up against, and then make sure that you read it with your kids. It will mean all the difference between hoping your kids stay drug-free and doing all that you can to see that they do. --Terry Bradshaw, Hall of Fame quarterback, four-time Super Bowl winner author, It's Only a Game and Keep It Simple co-host, Fox NFL Sunday All parents need help getting through to their kids about the importance of staying drug- and alcohol-free, and this book comes through wonderfully. The combination of solid information from the authors and engaging writings from real teenagers packs a double wallop. I plan to give a copy to each of my two teenagers. And this book is not just for teenagers; it's a must for any parent who, in today's times, needs to be well-prepared to talk with his or her teen about the critical issues of alcohol and drugs. --Michael Popkin, Ph.D., author, Getting Through to Your Kids This book speaks to teens in all stages of drug and alcohol experience: those who have never used, those who are now using, and those who have stopped using and are working to stay clean and sober. This excellent book offers a practical guide for parents and teens either needing information or faced with substance-abuse problems. I highly recommend this book; it will prove to be a welcome addition to the growing concern of chemical dependency in our youth. Marsha Mathews, M.A., M.F.T. program manager, Options for Recovery and Family Treatment Center

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Youngs writes for teens and young adults. Youngs writes for teens and young adults.

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