Join hosts Jodie Sweetin and Amy McCarthy for an eye-opening conversation on the growing dangers of vaping and high-potency cannabis among youth. This episode dives into how modern marketing targets teens, the science behind addiction, and the serious effects of nicotine and THC on developing brains.
Learn how today’s products are designed to hook young users, the hidden dangers of unregulated substances like Delta-8, and how to recognize when your child might be at risk. Most importantly, discover real strategies for having open, honest conversations that empower your kids to make healthy, informed decisions. In this episode, Jodie and Amy are joined by Dr. Nora Volkow, Director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse; Dr. Bonnie Halpern-Felsher, Professor at Stanford University School of Medicine; and Katie Drew, Assistant Special Agent in Charge with the DEA. Together, they share expert insights on prevention, early intervention, and the vital role of communication in protecting young minds.
Also featured is "Available Doesn't Mean Safe," a short, animated explainer video for kids ages 6-9, paired with a Parent Guide, which offers prompts and takeaways to help families continue the episode's conversation.
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