Life can get hard for teens.
With challenges like peer pressure and bullying, violence and substance use, life throws a lot at you.
BHSB works with schools, communities and organizations across Baltimore and Central Maryland to ensure young people and families get the information they need about preventing substance use and protecting their emotional health. Check out some of these resources below. And don’t forget: You’re never alone.
Substance Use Prevention and Emotional Health and Wellness Tips
The Tips for Teens series educates teens about the dangers of drug use, including short- and long-term health risks and ways the drug affects the brain.
988 Helpline – Coping Tips offers support for when you’re feeling anxious or overwhelmed or just had a tough day.
Underage Drinking: Myths Versus Facts helps preteens and teens understand the myths and facts about alcohol use and its effects.
Prescription Drugs: They Can Help But Also Hurt: Not Worth the Risk describes for teens the dangers of misusing prescription drugs and over-the-counter drugs.
How to Talk About Bullying provides tips for children and caregivers on talking about bullying before it happens or if you are concerned it may be happening.
Resources for Families and Schools
- K.O.D (Kids Off Drugs) is a high-energy, school-based initiative that helps youth and young adults avoid or reduce substance use. Learn how we can work with your school.
- BHSB works with Baltimore City Schools and providers across the city to ensure all youth and children have access to high-quality behavioral health care. Explore our online directory of early childhood mental health care and school-based behavioral health specialists and learn how to connect with a Family Support Peer Specialist or the Baltimore City Local Care team.
- Overdose Prevention
- Treatment and Other Services
- What Is Substance Abuse Treatment? A Booklet for Families: This brochure addresses concerns of children and family members of people living with substance use disorders.
- AlcoholFX Mobile App is a free, science-based app that teaches students ages 10 to 12 how alcohol can harm their brains if they drink
- The Trevor Project
- Black Mental Health Alliance