As families head into summer, it is a good time for parents and caregivers to understand what today’s youth are seeing, hearing, and potentially being offered when it comes to alcohol, vaping, THC products, and other substances.

Topics: positive parenting, family bonding, parent peer group, summer, family dinner, Family Table Time

Mental Health Awareness Month and National Prevention Week are important reminders that prevention starts with connection. Learn approachable ways parents, caregivers, and trusted adults can talk with teens about stress, anxiety, peer pressure, and emotional wellbeing.

Topics: positive parenting, family bonding, parent peer group, summer, family dinner, Family Table Time

As the school year comes to a close, many families look forward to later bedtimes, vacations, pool days, and a more relaxed schedule. Summer can be a wonderful opportunity for kids and teens to recharge, spend time with family, and enjoy a break from academic pressure. But while flexibility can be healthy, losing structure completely can sometimes create challenges for a child’s mental health, behavior, and overall wellbeing.

Topics: positive parenting, family bonding, parent peer group, summer, family dinner, Family Table Time

It is Mental Health Awareness Month, National Prevention Week takes place May 10–16, 2026, and many families are getting ready for the transition from school-year routines into summer. That combination makes this season an important opportunity to talk with teens about mental health, substance use, peer pressure, and healthy choices. SAMHSA describes National Prevention Week as a time to recognize prevention efforts that help prevent substance use and misuse while promoting positive mental health.

Topics: positive parenting, family bonding, parent peer group, family dinner, back to school, Family Table Time, give miami day

Knowing how to talk to teens about alcohol can feel overwhelming for many parents. You want to be clear without sounding harsh, supportive without sounding permissive, and helpful without turning every conversation into a lecture. During Alcohol Awareness Month, families have a timely reason to start that conversation before prom, graduation, and summer activities begin.

Topics: positive parenting, family bonding, parent peer group, family dinner, back to school, Family Table Time, give miami day

The 2025 Enrique Camarena Award recognizes two inspiring leaders in prevention and recovery. This year, we are proud to honor Dr. Matthew Lee as the Award Recipient and Donna Meyers as the Award Honoree for their meaningful impact in the communities they serve.

Topics: positive parenting, family bonding, parent peer group, family dinner, back to school, Family Table Time, give miami day

Spring break can bring more freedom, more social plans, and more risk for teens. Learn how parents can help keep kids safe by setting expectations, staying present, and creating substance-free spaces at home.

Topics: positive parenting, family bonding, parent peer group, family dinner, back to school, Family Table Time, give miami day

The 2025 Enrique Camarena Award recognizes two inspiring leaders in prevention and recovery. This year, we are proud to honor Dr. Matthew Lee as the Award Recipient and Donna Meyers as the Award Honoree for their meaningful impact in the communities they serve.

Topics: positive parenting, family bonding, parent peer group, family dinner, back to school, Family Table Time, give miami day

At the Informed Families, we believe that every parent, grandparent, educator, and community leader has the power to make a difference in a child’s life. And sometimes, that difference begins in the most unexpected place—your own medicine cabinet.

Topics: positive parenting, family bonding, parent peer group, family dinner, back to school, Family Table Time, give miami day

At the Informed Families, we believe that every parent, grandparent, educator, and community leader has the power to make a difference in a child’s life. And sometimes, that difference begins in the most unexpected place—your own medicine cabinet.

Topics: positive parenting, family bonding, parent peer group, family dinner, back to school, Family Table Time, give miami day