The New Drug Talk California

The drug landscape your teen faces today is more risky and complex than ever—from fake prescription pills made with fentanyl and sold on social media to "gas station" drugs like kratom.

The programs, tools and local resources here can help you have the conversations that keep your family safe—made possible with support from the California Department of Health Care Services.

Free, evidence-based resources for every part of the California community—from classrooms to kitchen tables.

For teens and teachers

For parents and caregivers

For Latino families

For Black families

For nonprofits and schools

Practical, ready-to-use tools for California organizations, educators, providers and faith communities working to keep young people safe.

For nonprofits and community groups

For educators and youth group leaders

For youth medical providers

For faith leaders

Find California treatment resources, county health services and community organizations that can help when a family needs support.

Help spread the word. Our short PSAs for parents and teens are free to share—on social media, in newsletters or through your organization's channels.

Únete hoy mismo y mantente conectado para recibir información actualizada, recursos educativos e historias reales que arrojan luz sobre el impacto del fentanilo en las personas y las comunidades.

The New Drug Talk is produced by Song for Charlie with support from the California Department of Health Care Services.