November is Family Caregivers Month to recognize caregivers nationally, raise awareness around caregiving issues, educate communities, and increase support for our nation's caregivers. We salute all those who nurture, guide, and support our children.🫡Caregivers need to stay informed so they can talk to kids about substance abuse prevention, but it's equally important to communicate safety rules for the digital world we live in.
Digital technology is a constant in the lives of today's youth.📱💻Most young people use social media and other online platforms daily to communicate, learn about topics, and express themselves. In many cases, digital media can be beneficial and allow youth to build community and connect with others. Unfortunately, we know that kids can also be negatively impacted by online issues that can lead to harassment, cyberbullying, child abuse, and exposure to content that increases mental health issues. Harms like these threaten the safety and well-bring of your young people.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) offers helpful resources for families to stay informed and share best practices with their children to help them navigate social media and online platforms safely. Check out the educational resources and info on the link below for safe internet use:
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