How do I talk to my son about smoking pot?

Here are some of the potential reasons that adolescents smoke pot. If you approach your son from a standpoint of curiosity and caring there is a better chance you will have a successful conversation. With that said, try not to make too many assumptions or tell him you are certain of the reasons he is smoking.

What should you do if your child smokes weed?

If you think that your child might be using marijuana, keep an eye out for products like these. Somewhere on the label, it should have the words “cannabis” or “THC”. These are indicators that the product contains marijuana. If you discover that your child is smoking weed, the first thing to do is remain calm. Don’t get upset.

Does pot smoke repel your parents?

Ditto when we were in the Den of Iniquity. It was as if, in my house at least, pot smoke contained a powerful and highly effective ingredient that repelled parents, a weed force field. Of course, whenever I came home from a night out, my dad was always awake.

What should I do if my son refuses to quit smoking?

He CHOSE to disregard your instructions. It is your job as a parent to inform your son that he has made a poor choice and to immediately follow up with a consequence. You said you think your son has been smoking marijuana for several months.

Should I let my son use marijuana to treat stress?

You describe a family history of substance abuse and do not want your son to travel down the path of using substances to deal with emotions. That makes perfect sense to me, given your son’s self-report that marijuana helps him deal with stress.

How can I help my son find out more about marijuana?

You can also direct him to a website like that of the Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) where he can see images of “the brain on pot” and access basic facts about the short- and long-term effects of marijuana on the central nervous system.

Should I tell my parents if weed is legal?

Even if you don’t live in a state with legal weed, you should still explain to your parents if the drug has been decriminalized. This means that, while police can stop you and seize your drugs, they can’t throw you in jail unless you have a large amount on you, usually 2 ounces or more. All they can do is give you a fine.