It seems reasonable and logical that drug testing your teenager at home could keep them safe or at least keep them accountable.

However, the opposite is actually true.

Today I discuss the damage we cause when we drug test our teens at home and why drug testing is simply not practical and isn't the solution you may think it is.

I'll also explain what you should do instead if you want to decrease the likelihood of your teen participating in risky behaviors.

This episode (here on YouTube) will be helpful for you whether substances are an issue with your teen or not. The general principals I talk about can be applied to any similar situation.

Listen to episode 178 (having a conversation with your teen about their substance use)

Listen to episode 183 and 184 on the CRAFT Method

Show Notes and Transcript
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