Don't Let Your Teen's Future Go Up In Smoke
It’s simple, marijuana and teens are not a good mix–especially when it comes to learning and academic success. We know that all young people face challenges as they grow and mature and that the dangers and temptations of drugs are all around. We also know that as a parent or someone who cares about young people, you want the very best for them; you want them to do even better than you did and lead productive lives.
While overall drug use among teens is down in recent years, there are still too many brilliant young people whose potential is ruined. Don’t let drugs destroy their chance of going to college or landing a good job.
MARIJUANA CAN LIMIT YOUR TEEN’S ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT
• A teenage marijuana user’s odds of dropping out are more than twice that of a non-user. (1)
• The short-term effects of marijuana can include impaired memory and ability to learn. (2)
Parents and family are still the most important influence in young peoples’ lives so keep the lines of communication open, set a clear, “no marijuana” rule, stay involved, and continue to discuss the dangers and consequences of drug use. You make the difference. Knowing that education is the key to a better tomorrow, you have the power to protect their potential and help lead them on the road to success.
For more information, visit www.TheAntiDrug.com or call 1.800.788.2800
Signed,
• 100 Black Men of America, Inc.
• American Council on Education
• American School Counselor Association
• Boys and Girls Clubs of America
• National Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education (NAFEO)
• National Association of Black Social Workers, Inc.
• National Association of School Nurses
• National Council of Negro Women
• National Medical Association
• National Urban League
• Partnership for a Drug-Free America
• PTA
• United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
1. Bray JW, Zarkin GA, Ringwalt C, Qi J. The relationship between marijuana initiation and dropping out ofhigh school. Health econ, 2000 Jan:9 (1):9-18
2. NIDA Info Facts: Marijuana, Revised, NIDA, September 2004
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