How Can Parents Protect Their Kids From Fentanyl?
Keep all medications up and away from children. Teach young children to not put anything in their mouths unless a trusted adult says it’s okay.
Talk to your children about drugs in general, and the extreme dangers of taking pills not prescribed to them. Share with them the trends and dangers related to fentanyl-laced substances. A significant number of high school and college students purchase from dark web drug markets or through social media. They often believe they are purchasing Adderall or Xanax, which may be tainted with fentanyl.
Look out for the signs of opioid overdose or poisoning. Children and teens who ingest fentanyl can become sleepy or lose consciousness completely. Their breathing becomes very shallow and weak. They can become limp and have a significant decrease in their heart rates and blood pressure. Their pupils often become constricted. They can have a change of color, appearing extremely pale and/or having blue lips.”
If you need help with your child who is currently using or you are suspicious of using Fentanyl or other opioid type drugs, California Youth Services can help.
