Substance Misuse?

According to our state data, substance misuse by young children is not an issue for Grades 3-5. However, young children are greatly affected by the substance misuse of their older siblings, parents, guardians, or other adults with whom they interact.

Prevention Related Standards

For information about the effects of teen/adult substance misuse on young children, please go to: Grade 3-5 Trauma

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