What Parents Are Saying — Prevention Wisdom, Authenticity, and Empowerment Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:09:01 -0400 https://whatparentsaresaying.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 "Talk. They Hear You."® Campaign yes a89103fd-0f06-5c5e-b735-f21c9f51d463 "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team https://storage.buzzsprout.com/aapso56nmdk0heacwnv0avcdq2uc?.jpg What Parents Are Saying — Prevention Wisdom, Authenticity, and Empowerment https://whatparentsaresaying.buzzsprout.com "Talk. They Hear You."® Underage Drinking Campaign Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 01. Expectancy–Parents Need to “Get This” Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 01. Expectancy–Parents Need to “Get This” In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-19027045 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 484 21 full false Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 02. Alcohol Messaging–How Powerful Is It Really? Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 02. Alcohol Messaging–How Powerful Is It Really? In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-19027042 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 180 21 full false Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 03. Believe It or Not, Parents– Rank High in Believability Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 03. Believe It or Not, Parents– Rank High in Believability In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-19027036 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 353 21 full false Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 04. Does Everyone Drink? Alcohol Use Statistics in College Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 04. Does Everyone Drink? Alcohol Use Statistics in College In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-19027032 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 268 21 full false Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 05. Is Everybody High? Cannabis Use Statistics in College Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 05. Is Everybody High? Cannabis Use Statistics in College In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-19027027 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 232 21 full false Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 06. Thoughts About Risk and Substance Use Initiation Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 06. Thoughts About Risk and Substance Use Initiation In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-19027020 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 241 21 full false Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 07. Getting Excited About Delay Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 07. Getting Excited About Delay In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-19027012 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 285 21 full false Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 08. Framing Fentanyl for Parents Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 08. Framing Fentanyl for Parents In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-19027008 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 391 21 full false Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 09. Why “Teaching My Kid to Drink” is Not a Thing and Understanding Situational Tolerance Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 09. Why “Teaching My Kid to Drink” is Not a Thing and Understanding Situational Tolerance In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

The video mentioned in this episode that further explains situational tolerance can be found at https://gordie.studenthealth.virginia.edu/learn/alcohol-education/situational-tolerance (created by Dr. Susie Bruce and her team at the Gordie Center). 

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

The video mentioned in this episode that further explains situational tolerance can be found at https://gordie.studenthealth.virginia.edu/learn/alcohol-education/situational-tolerance (created by Dr. Susie Bruce and her team at the Gordie Center). 

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-19026996 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 367 21 full false Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 10. Situational Tolerance, Part 2 Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 10. Situational Tolerance, Part 2 In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

The video mentioned in this episode that further explains situational tolerance can be found at https://gordie.studenthealth.virginia.edu/learn/alcohol-education/situational-tolerance (created by Dr. Susie Bruce and her team at the Gordie Center).  

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

The video mentioned in this episode that further explains situational tolerance can be found at https://gordie.studenthealth.virginia.edu/learn/alcohol-education/situational-tolerance (created by Dr. Susie Bruce and her team at the Gordie Center).  

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-19026986 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 244 21 full false Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 11. Anxiety, Expectancy, Placebo Effects, and Cannabis Quick Clips with Dr. Kilmer: 11. Anxiety, Expectancy, Placebo Effects, and Cannabis In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> In this series we talk with Dr. Jason Kilmer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance use prevention and intervention efforts on college campuses and among 18–25 year olds.   

While Dr. Kilmer focuses on college campuses, his insights are universal and particularly helpful for parents with teenagers of any age. Share these recordings with your parenting peers as you all navigate this exciting time in human development (ages 14–25) and work to help your kids navigate away from alcohol and other drugs.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-19026969 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 371 21 full false Native American Heritage and Prevention. Native American Heritage and Prevention. In this episode, we talk with Native American parents who also work in prevention with Native American families. We cover how heritage and culture can be one of our strongest resources, both inside our tribal communities and beyond.  Our guests, from the San Juan School District in Southeast Utah, share several stories from the Ute, Mountain Ute and Navajo Nation tribes that truly inspire.  Stories of origin and purpose help all kids grow in understanding their value.  They can also provide answers to “where do I fit” and “how do I belong” – important questions for teenage identity development.  No matter our cultural backgrounds, heritage can support the individual and community.  Please enjoy this very insightful and profound episode that honors National Native American Heritage month and the importance of culture over time.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> In this episode, we talk with Native American parents who also work in prevention with Native American families. We cover how heritage and culture can be one of our strongest resources, both inside our tribal communities and beyond.  Our guests, from the San Juan School District in Southeast Utah, share several stories from the Ute, Mountain Ute and Navajo Nation tribes that truly inspire.  Stories of origin and purpose help all kids grow in understanding their value.  They can also provide answers to “where do I fit” and “how do I belong” – important questions for teenage identity development.  No matter our cultural backgrounds, heritage can support the individual and community.  Please enjoy this very insightful and profound episode that honors National Native American Heritage month and the importance of culture over time.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-16221522 Wed, 04 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0500 3245 20 full false Teens Talk Prevention Teens Talk Prevention October is National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month, and in this episode, we talk with two 13-year-olds from Dover Youth2Youth about prevention and the programs they bring to their peers. Our guests share incredible knowledge and important perspective, especially for adults working with teens. Listening to what young people can accomplish with their peers enhances adults’ work in prevention, as exemplified by the useful tips throughout this episode for engaging with kids. 

Dover Youth2Youth (Y2Y), located in New Hampshire, is a comprehensive youth empowerment program where students are organized to participate as part of the solution to drug and violence problems. Dover Y2Y is particularly well known for their youth-taught multimedia presentations to students and adults on implementing youth empowerment programs, capacity building, and advocacy skills development. They have won a variety of national awards, have presented extensively at national conferences, and travel regularly throughout the U.S. to help other groups start or expand their youth advocacy programs. Learn more by visiting their website at https://www.dovery2y.org/home.html. 

  

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> October is National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month, and in this episode, we talk with two 13-year-olds from Dover Youth2Youth about prevention and the programs they bring to their peers. Our guests share incredible knowledge and important perspective, especially for adults working with teens. Listening to what young people can accomplish with their peers enhances adults’ work in prevention, as exemplified by the useful tips throughout this episode for engaging with kids. 

Dover Youth2Youth (Y2Y), located in New Hampshire, is a comprehensive youth empowerment program where students are organized to participate as part of the solution to drug and violence problems. Dover Y2Y is particularly well known for their youth-taught multimedia presentations to students and adults on implementing youth empowerment programs, capacity building, and advocacy skills development. They have won a variety of national awards, have presented extensively at national conferences, and travel regularly throughout the U.S. to help other groups start or expand their youth advocacy programs. Learn more by visiting their website at https://www.dovery2y.org/home.html. 

  

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-15922607 Mon, 14 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0400 1913 19 full false Transition to College — What You Need to Know Transition to College — What You Need to Know If you have kids going to college soon, you don’t want to miss this episode. Dr. Jason Kilmer (Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine) shares insights on what’s really happening on college campuses. He and Richard Lucey (Senior Prevention Program Manager in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s Community Outreach and Prevention Support Section) provide excellent guidance for all parents, aunts, and uncles of kids who are getting ready for this big transition, as well as the kids themselves. 

 Even if college is a few years away, listen now and be prepared.


This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> If you have kids going to college soon, you don’t want to miss this episode. Dr. Jason Kilmer (Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Washington School of Medicine) shares insights on what’s really happening on college campuses. He and Richard Lucey (Senior Prevention Program Manager in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s Community Outreach and Prevention Support Section) provide excellent guidance for all parents, aunts, and uncles of kids who are getting ready for this big transition, as well as the kids themselves. 

 Even if college is a few years away, listen now and be prepared.


This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-15283855 Thu, 20 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400 2780 18 full false Don’t Give Up! Prevention Works. Don’t Give Up! Prevention Works. This episode features man-on-the-street interviews at SAMHSA’s 2024 National Prevention Day. Hear from more than 30 people that spanned the range of parents, prevention experts, and SAMHSA leadership. They offer helpful ideas, insights, and advice on how parents can help their kids navigate away from alcohol and other substances. You’ll learn that so many agree – when you talk, they hear you. 


This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> This episode features man-on-the-street interviews at SAMHSA’s 2024 National Prevention Day. Hear from more than 30 people that spanned the range of parents, prevention experts, and SAMHSA leadership. They offer helpful ideas, insights, and advice on how parents can help their kids navigate away from alcohol and other substances. You’ll learn that so many agree – when you talk, they hear you. 


This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-14932859 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0400 3379 17 full false Celebrating Safely during the Holidays Celebrating Safely during the Holidays December is National Impaired Driving Awareness Month. The holidays are a joyful time for family and friends to celebrate; however they can pose challenges for some.  Then, for those who have lost family through impaired driving, they can be excruciating. In this episode, we talk about substance use in and around all of this and explore ways to traverse the holidays safely. 


Rhonda Campbell, a Senior Victim-Services Specialist with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), joins us to frame what “victim impact” means and the importance of parent voice when it comes to impaired driving and keeping families safe so all can remain joyful.  


This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> December is National Impaired Driving Awareness Month. The holidays are a joyful time for family and friends to celebrate; however they can pose challenges for some.  Then, for those who have lost family through impaired driving, they can be excruciating. In this episode, we talk about substance use in and around all of this and explore ways to traverse the holidays safely. 


Rhonda Campbell, a Senior Victim-Services Specialist with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), joins us to frame what “victim impact” means and the importance of parent voice when it comes to impaired driving and keeping families safe so all can remain joyful.  


This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-14148028 Thu, 14 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0500 1719 16 full false Back-to-School: Connecting with Your "Screenagers" Back-to-School: Connecting with Your "Screenagers" Join us for a conversation with Dr. Delaney Ruston and Ms. Lisa Tabb, creators of the Screenagers movie series, about the recent release of Screenagers: Under the Influence. In the film they focus on how alcohol, drugs, and vaping are being portrayed in the media, what parents should know, and provide ideas to take action. This is the perfect conversation as we all get ready to go back to school.

A filmmaker, author, and Stanford-trained physician, Dr. Ruston has created award-winning documentaries for social change over the past 25 years, with a focus on topics concerning mental health. In addition, she serves as a primary care physician for underserved teens and adults in Seattle, WA.

Ms. Lisa Tabb has been a storytelling entrepreneur for more than 30 years. In addition to a news media career in San Francisco, CA, Lisa has co-produced the three Screenager movies with Dr. Ruston and also co-directed the most recent Screenagers: Under the Influence film.

Together, they have sparked a movement around screen time, teen mental health, and now underage substance use with these movies. Over 9 million young kids and adults have viewed these films in community screenings in over 100 countries.


This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> Join us for a conversation with Dr. Delaney Ruston and Ms. Lisa Tabb, creators of the Screenagers movie series, about the recent release of Screenagers: Under the Influence. In the film they focus on how alcohol, drugs, and vaping are being portrayed in the media, what parents should know, and provide ideas to take action. This is the perfect conversation as we all get ready to go back to school.

A filmmaker, author, and Stanford-trained physician, Dr. Ruston has created award-winning documentaries for social change over the past 25 years, with a focus on topics concerning mental health. In addition, she serves as a primary care physician for underserved teens and adults in Seattle, WA.

Ms. Lisa Tabb has been a storytelling entrepreneur for more than 30 years. In addition to a news media career in San Francisco, CA, Lisa has co-produced the three Screenager movies with Dr. Ruston and also co-directed the most recent Screenagers: Under the Influence film.

Together, they have sparked a movement around screen time, teen mental health, and now underage substance use with these movies. Over 9 million young kids and adults have viewed these films in community screenings in over 100 countries.


This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-13470221 Fri, 25 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0400 3219 15 full false Expert Chat: A New Way to Communicate With Your Kids Expert Chat: A New Way to Communicate With Your Kids We know raising kids isn’t easy, especially when it comes to navigating underage drinking and other drug use. We also know that effective communication can help us along this journey. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Emily Kline and learn that it’s not just what you say to your kids about alcohol and other drugs, but—more important—how you say it. She offers some easy ways to change the manner in which we communicate with our kids that can make all conversations more productive. We learn that communicating doesn’t just mean talking, it also means listening: “when you listen, they listen.” No matter the ages of your children, you’ll get something valuable out of Dr. Kline’s communication techniques and advice. To learn more about Dr. Kline, including her new book and free e-learning modules, visit: https://www.dremilykline.com/.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> We know raising kids isn’t easy, especially when it comes to navigating underage drinking and other drug use. We also know that effective communication can help us along this journey. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Emily Kline and learn that it’s not just what you say to your kids about alcohol and other drugs, but—more important—how you say it. She offers some easy ways to change the manner in which we communicate with our kids that can make all conversations more productive. We learn that communicating doesn’t just mean talking, it also means listening: “when you listen, they listen.” No matter the ages of your children, you’ll get something valuable out of Dr. Kline’s communication techniques and advice. To learn more about Dr. Kline, including her new book and free e-learning modules, visit: https://www.dremilykline.com/.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-13218501 Thu, 13 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0400 2681 14 full false Talking With The Kennedys Talking With The Kennedys Join us for a conversation with Former Congressman Patrick Kennedy and his wife, and co-founder of The Kennedy Forum, Amy Kennedy. They speak about their parenting experiences (5 children, ages 4-15), specifically parenting in recovery, as well as the work they do nationally to expand the dialogue around mental health and addiction. They also discuss the importance of brain development, children’s mental health, and how early substance use impacts this process. Their insights exemplify the focus of this podcast series —“prevention wisdom, authenticity, and empowerment.” Share this episode with every parent you know.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> Join us for a conversation with Former Congressman Patrick Kennedy and his wife, and co-founder of The Kennedy Forum, Amy Kennedy. They speak about their parenting experiences (5 children, ages 4-15), specifically parenting in recovery, as well as the work they do nationally to expand the dialogue around mental health and addiction. They also discuss the importance of brain development, children’s mental health, and how early substance use impacts this process. Their insights exemplify the focus of this podcast series —“prevention wisdom, authenticity, and empowerment.” Share this episode with every parent you know.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-12831556 Thu, 11 May 2023 15:00:00 -0400 3545 1 13 full false Communities in Action Communities in Action In recognition of SAMHSA’s National Prevention Week (May 7th through 13th 2023) and the “Talk. They Hear You.” campaign’s 10th anniversary, in this episode, we hear from seven Spotlight Partners – community organizations using the “Talk. They Hear You.” campaign in truly dynamic ways. Our partners are the heartbeat of the campaign as they champion prevention efforts in their communities and beyond.

Clark County Partners in Prevention – Springfield, Ohio (02:00, 55:50)

Gallia Jackson Meigs Alcohol Drug Addiction and Mental Health Board – Gallipolis, Ohio (10:20, 41:40, 58:40)

Central Florida Behavioral Health Network – Tampa, Florida (16:30, 59:50)

Fayette Prevention Coalition – Lookout, West Virginia (21:43)

Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board – Cleveland, Ohio  (28:09, 1:05:35)

Safe Yakima Valley – Yakima, Washington (31:35, 1:03:14)

Sacramento County Coalition for Youth – Sacramento, California (39:00, 42:50, 1:01:30)

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> In recognition of SAMHSA’s National Prevention Week (May 7th through 13th 2023) and the “Talk. They Hear You.” campaign’s 10th anniversary, in this episode, we hear from seven Spotlight Partners – community organizations using the “Talk. They Hear You.” campaign in truly dynamic ways. Our partners are the heartbeat of the campaign as they champion prevention efforts in their communities and beyond.

Clark County Partners in Prevention – Springfield, Ohio (02:00, 55:50)

Gallia Jackson Meigs Alcohol Drug Addiction and Mental Health Board – Gallipolis, Ohio (10:20, 41:40, 58:40)

Central Florida Behavioral Health Network – Tampa, Florida (16:30, 59:50)

Fayette Prevention Coalition – Lookout, West Virginia (21:43)

Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board – Cleveland, Ohio  (28:09, 1:05:35)

Safe Yakima Valley – Yakima, Washington (31:35, 1:03:14)

Sacramento County Coalition for Youth – Sacramento, California (39:00, 42:50, 1:01:30)

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-12791744 Fri, 05 May 2023 15:00:00 -0400 4056 12 full false Parents’ Night Out Parents’ Night Out In December 2021, SAMHSA launched the “Talk. They Hear You.”® campaign’s new “What Parents Are Saying—Prevention Wisdom, Authenticity, and Empowerment” podcast. This podcast provides a platform where parents, caregivers, and families can get informed, be prepared, and take action by having open and honest conversations with their kids about substance use and mental health. 
 
In this episode we speak with active community members who are also parents. They talk with us about hosting a successful Parents’ Night Out event in their community. Parents’ Night Out are educational sessions developed and made available for free from SAMHSA’s “Talk. They Hear You.” campaign. It’s designed to facilitate valuable discussion amongst parents and caregivers in your community and acts as a starting point for them to better understand underage substance use. Tune in to learn more about the program and this community’s experience. 
 

 

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> In December 2021, SAMHSA launched the “Talk. They Hear You.”® campaign’s new “What Parents Are Saying—Prevention Wisdom, Authenticity, and Empowerment” podcast. This podcast provides a platform where parents, caregivers, and families can get informed, be prepared, and take action by having open and honest conversations with their kids about substance use and mental health. 
 
In this episode we speak with active community members who are also parents. They talk with us about hosting a successful Parents’ Night Out event in their community. Parents’ Night Out are educational sessions developed and made available for free from SAMHSA’s “Talk. They Hear You.” campaign. It’s designed to facilitate valuable discussion amongst parents and caregivers in your community and acts as a starting point for them to better understand underage substance use. Tune in to learn more about the program and this community’s experience. 
 

 

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-12628925 Tue, 11 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0400 1815 11 full false Teens Talk: Protecting Their Game Teens Talk: Protecting Their Game In this episode of “What Parents Are Saying” we flip the script and talk to high school students – high school athletes to be more specific. Listen in as we get their perspectives on the impact of using substances, the effects of peer pressure, ways they’ve been able to make a difference with their peers, and even how parents can better support their efforts to stay substance free. This group of students come from different states across the country and are a part of the Substance-Free Athletics program within their school. They do a fantastic job of talking about why they choose not to use and the importance of lending their voices to this topic. 

 


This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> In this episode of “What Parents Are Saying” we flip the script and talk to high school students – high school athletes to be more specific. Listen in as we get their perspectives on the impact of using substances, the effects of peer pressure, ways they’ve been able to make a difference with their peers, and even how parents can better support their efforts to stay substance free. This group of students come from different states across the country and are a part of the Substance-Free Athletics program within their school. They do a fantastic job of talking about why they choose not to use and the importance of lending their voices to this topic. 

 


This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-12369691 Mon, 06 Mar 2023 01:00:00 -0500 1810 10 full false Grandfamilies, Part 2: Talk With a Grandparent Grandfamilies, Part 2: Talk With a Grandparent  Listen as Charlotte, a grandmother raising her grandson, joins us to share specifics about returning to the role of primary caregiver. There is much to learn from her personal experience and wisdom around a topic that affects many families.  

If you have any questions or comments about this episode or podcast, please send them to WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com


This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]>  Listen as Charlotte, a grandmother raising her grandson, joins us to share specifics about returning to the role of primary caregiver. There is much to learn from her personal experience and wisdom around a topic that affects many families.  

If you have any questions or comments about this episode or podcast, please send them to WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com


This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-11980032 Tue, 17 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1173 9 full false Grandfamilies, Part 1: An Overview Grandfamilies, Part 1: An Overview  All parents have the same goal of raising healthy kids, but there are family uniquenesses we can all learn from. Lisa Kennedy, who advocates for grandfamilies in the state of Pennsylvania, shares her understanding of this diverse family structure. Look for resources like these in your state - Pennsylvania Kinship Care,Pennsylvania Caregiver Support, Grandparents Raising Grandkids Resource Guide and listen to as Lisa describes and offers guidance for grandparents and us all.  

Send any questions or comments about this episode or podcast to WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]>  All parents have the same goal of raising healthy kids, but there are family uniquenesses we can all learn from. Lisa Kennedy, who advocates for grandfamilies in the state of Pennsylvania, shares her understanding of this diverse family structure. Look for resources like these in your state - Pennsylvania Kinship Care,Pennsylvania Caregiver Support, Grandparents Raising Grandkids Resource Guide and listen to as Lisa describes and offers guidance for grandparents and us all.  

Send any questions or comments about this episode or podcast to WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-11979985 Tue, 17 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2632 9 full false Brain-based Parenting, Part 3: Tips & Tools Brain-based Parenting, Part 3: Tips & Tools Join us for the third and final episode of brain-based parenting with Dr. Crystal Collier, psychotherapist and author of The NeuroWhereAboutsGuide. In the first two episodes, we covered how a brain is formed and how to protect it. In episode three, we discuss many tips, tools, and techniques that can help parents in these efforts. Review the lists and graphs that we mention here.


This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> Join us for the third and final episode of brain-based parenting with Dr. Crystal Collier, psychotherapist and author of The NeuroWhereAboutsGuide. In the first two episodes, we covered how a brain is formed and how to protect it. In episode three, we discuss many tips, tools, and techniques that can help parents in these efforts. Review the lists and graphs that we mention here.


This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-11631887 Fri, 11 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1453 8 full false Brain-based Parenting, Part 2: Protecting the Brain Brain-based Parenting, Part 2: Protecting the Brain We are back for episode two of a three-part series on brain-based parenting with Dr. Crystal Collier, psychotherapist and author of The NeuroWhereAbouts Guide. In the first episode, we covered how the brain is formed and how to understand age-defined, executive function. In this second episode we cover how to protect that brain, the role of dopamine in human development, and something called the hedonic threshold. Don’t panic! Dr. Collier’s easy manner and clear ways of explaining these complex topics will help all parents understand the opportunities to support their kids.

Review the lists and graphs that we mention here.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> We are back for episode two of a three-part series on brain-based parenting with Dr. Crystal Collier, psychotherapist and author of The NeuroWhereAbouts Guide. In the first episode, we covered how the brain is formed and how to understand age-defined, executive function. In this second episode we cover how to protect that brain, the role of dopamine in human development, and something called the hedonic threshold. Don’t panic! Dr. Collier’s easy manner and clear ways of explaining these complex topics will help all parents understand the opportunities to support their kids.

Review the lists and graphs that we mention here.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-11631874 Wed, 09 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1825 8 full false Brain-based Parenting, Part 1: Building the Brain Brain-based Parenting, Part 1: Building the Brain  In this first episode of a three-part series on brain-based parenting, we are joined by Dr. Crystal Collier, psychotherapist and author of The NeuroWhereAbouts Guide. The idea of brain-based parenting is helping so many parents better understand several important roles they play in their kids’ lives. Understanding this concept can help reduce the risk of underage drinking and drug use and empower brain development as kids move towards becoming fully functioning adults. 

In part one, we discuss the “building of a brain,” and what executive function looks like at different ages - elementary middle, and high school, and beyond. In the second episode we learn how to protect the brain, the role of dopamine in human development, and something called the hedonic threshold. Finally, in episode three, we talk about tips, tools, and techniques that can help parents in these efforts.

Review the lists and graphs that we mention here.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]>  In this first episode of a three-part series on brain-based parenting, we are joined by Dr. Crystal Collier, psychotherapist and author of The NeuroWhereAbouts Guide. The idea of brain-based parenting is helping so many parents better understand several important roles they play in their kids’ lives. Understanding this concept can help reduce the risk of underage drinking and drug use and empower brain development as kids move towards becoming fully functioning adults. 

In part one, we discuss the “building of a brain,” and what executive function looks like at different ages - elementary middle, and high school, and beyond. In the second episode we learn how to protect the brain, the role of dopamine in human development, and something called the hedonic threshold. Finally, in episode three, we talk about tips, tools, and techniques that can help parents in these efforts.

Review the lists and graphs that we mention here.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-11631867 Mon, 07 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2025 8 full false Talk Now – Red Ribbon Week and Beyond Talk Now – Red Ribbon Week and Beyond Red Ribbon Week, occurring each year at the end of October (23-31), is the nation’s largest and longest-running drug-use prevention campaign. It’s also the perfect time to educate and encourage families and youth to participate in prevention activities nationwide. 

In this episode, our guests are parents motivated to help other parents. Listen as Jamila Robinson, of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), shares more about Red Ribbon Week and how the campaign got started in 1988. You’ll also hear from Simone, a mom from California, about her experiences talking with her kids about alcohol and other drugs. Lastly, Joelle Orrock, coordinator of a local coalition focused on prevention (Sacramento County Coalition for Youth), discusses how her organization brings materials to the community to assist parents like Simone in these efforts.

Look for coalitions like this in your community and use Red Ribbon Week as an opportunity to start talking with your kids about alcohol and other drugs. It marks an important moment in our history and is a great way to get the conversation started.

DEA Programs to explore:  Red Ribbon Week, One Pill Can Kill, Other Materials for Parents, Educators, and Caregivers

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> Red Ribbon Week, occurring each year at the end of October (23-31), is the nation’s largest and longest-running drug-use prevention campaign. It’s also the perfect time to educate and encourage families and youth to participate in prevention activities nationwide. 

In this episode, our guests are parents motivated to help other parents. Listen as Jamila Robinson, of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), shares more about Red Ribbon Week and how the campaign got started in 1988. You’ll also hear from Simone, a mom from California, about her experiences talking with her kids about alcohol and other drugs. Lastly, Joelle Orrock, coordinator of a local coalition focused on prevention (Sacramento County Coalition for Youth), discusses how her organization brings materials to the community to assist parents like Simone in these efforts.

Look for coalitions like this in your community and use Red Ribbon Week as an opportunity to start talking with your kids about alcohol and other drugs. It marks an important moment in our history and is a great way to get the conversation started.

DEA Programs to explore:  Red Ribbon Week, One Pill Can Kill, Other Materials for Parents, Educators, and Caregivers

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-11556812 Wed, 26 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 2845 7 full false Parenting in Recovery Parenting in Recovery People in recovery have unique insights into the risks of underage drinking and other drug use. In this episode we hear from Ben Cort, a father who is in recovery. Ben talks about the opportunities, the occasional discomfort, and the urgency around how he helped his kids navigate away from drinking and using drugs at an early age. Ben is also in the business of assisting others in his community and around the country to have these tough conversations with kids. Both parents who are in recovery and those who are not will walk away with useful insights from this episode.

As a reminder, the views expressed here do not necessarily represent the views of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> People in recovery have unique insights into the risks of underage drinking and other drug use. In this episode we hear from Ben Cort, a father who is in recovery. Ben talks about the opportunities, the occasional discomfort, and the urgency around how he helped his kids navigate away from drinking and using drugs at an early age. Ben is also in the business of assisting others in his community and around the country to have these tough conversations with kids. Both parents who are in recovery and those who are not will walk away with useful insights from this episode.

As a reminder, the views expressed here do not necessarily represent the views of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-11310292 Wed, 14 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1568 6 full false Expert Chat – “One Choice” Not to Use Expert Chat – “One Choice” Not to Use To use or not to use? That is the question! This back-to-school episode explores the opportunity for parents and caregivers to support their kids in making "One Choice" not to use substances (alcohol, marijuana, nicotine and beyond) now and as they start a new school year. Find out how many kids choose not to use today versus when parents were in high school (you’ll be surprised). Also hear from Dr. Caroline Dupont and Corinne Shea of The Institute for Behavior and Health (IBH) as they discuss the rationale behind, and benefits of, choosing not to use.

As a reminder, the views expressed here do not necessarily represent the views of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> To use or not to use? That is the question! This back-to-school episode explores the opportunity for parents and caregivers to support their kids in making "One Choice" not to use substances (alcohol, marijuana, nicotine and beyond) now and as they start a new school year. Find out how many kids choose not to use today versus when parents were in high school (you’ll be surprised). Also hear from Dr. Caroline Dupont and Corinne Shea of The Institute for Behavior and Health (IBH) as they discuss the rationale behind, and benefits of, choosing not to use.

As a reminder, the views expressed here do not necessarily represent the views of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-10962305 Tue, 02 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3042 5 full false Parent Chat – Raising & Socializing Drug-Free Kids Parent Chat – Raising & Socializing Drug-Free Kids In this episode hear how one mom approached underage alcohol and other drug use to help raise a very social and substance-free teen. Socialization is an important part of middle and high school development. Getting through it without using substances protects mental health and best prepares adolescents for the next phases of their lives. Find out how this mom did it and how Asian American cultural values shaped her parenting experience. 

As a reminder, the views expressed here do not necessarily represent the views of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> In this episode hear how one mom approached underage alcohol and other drug use to help raise a very social and substance-free teen. Socialization is an important part of middle and high school development. Getting through it without using substances protects mental health and best prepares adolescents for the next phases of their lives. Find out how this mom did it and how Asian American cultural values shaped her parenting experience. 

As a reminder, the views expressed here do not necessarily represent the views of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-10725160 Wed, 08 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0400 2066 4 full false Spotlight on Opioids – Youth Prevention and Safety Spotlight on Opioids – Youth Prevention and Safety In episode #3, parent guests Becky Savage (525Foundation.org) and Ed Ternan (SongForCharlie.org) share the difficult stories of their children’s opioid overdoses to highlight the importance of youth opioid prevention, safety, and education. Mr. Ternan also discusses the first annual National Fentanyl Awareness Day (fentanylawarenessday.org), which takes place on May 10, 2022. Learn more at talktheyhearyou.samhsa.gov. 

As a reminder, the views expressed here do not necessarily represent the views of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> In episode #3, parent guests Becky Savage (525Foundation.org) and Ed Ternan (SongForCharlie.org) share the difficult stories of their children’s opioid overdoses to highlight the importance of youth opioid prevention, safety, and education. Mr. Ternan also discusses the first annual National Fentanyl Awareness Day (fentanylawarenessday.org), which takes place on May 10, 2022. Learn more at talktheyhearyou.samhsa.gov. 

As a reminder, the views expressed here do not necessarily represent the views of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-10553565 Tue, 03 May 2022 19:00:00 -0400 2278 3 full false Expert Chat – Teen Substance Use Expert Chat – Teen Substance Use Underage substance use is problematic, but most parents don’t really understand why.  In this episode we speak with Dr. Leslie Walker-Harding to better grasp what we need to know to keep adolescent drug and alcohol use in proper perspective.  Dr. Walker-Harding (@AskTeenDoc) is the Ford/Morgan Endowed Professor, Chair of the Department of Pediatrics and Associate Dean for the University of Washington. She is also the Chief Academic Officer and Senior Vice President for Seattle Children's Hospital.  She has been dedicated to the health and wellbeing of children and adolescents for over 25 years - particularly focused on adolescent substance use prevention and promotion of healthy adolescent development.  

As a reminder, the views expressed here do not necessarily represent the views of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> Underage substance use is problematic, but most parents don’t really understand why.  In this episode we speak with Dr. Leslie Walker-Harding to better grasp what we need to know to keep adolescent drug and alcohol use in proper perspective.  Dr. Walker-Harding (@AskTeenDoc) is the Ford/Morgan Endowed Professor, Chair of the Department of Pediatrics and Associate Dean for the University of Washington. She is also the Chief Academic Officer and Senior Vice President for Seattle Children's Hospital.  She has been dedicated to the health and wellbeing of children and adolescents for over 25 years - particularly focused on adolescent substance use prevention and promotion of healthy adolescent development.  

As a reminder, the views expressed here do not necessarily represent the views of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> "Talk. They Hear You." Campaign Team Buzzsprout-10094878 Wed, 23 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1915 2 full false Parenting Through the Holidays Parenting Through the Holidays EPISODE #1: Parenting Through the Holidays, focuses on the many opportunities available during this time of year to discuss the risks of underage drinking and other drug use with kids. You’ll hear directly from three moms with children of various ages providing their unique experiences and how they handle these situations. 

As a reminder, the views expressed here do not necessarily represent the views of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

]]> EPISODE #1: Parenting Through the Holidays, focuses on the many opportunities available during this time of year to discuss the risks of underage drinking and other drug use with kids. You’ll hear directly from three moms with children of various ages providing their unique experiences and how they handle these situations. 

As a reminder, the views expressed here do not necessarily represent the views of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

This podcast is brought to you by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed here are not necessarily those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For questions or comments about this podcast, please contact WhatParentsAreSaying@gmail.com. 

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