Inhalant use: Is your child at risk?

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What are the risks of inhalant abuse? What are the warning signs of inhalant abuse? What's the best way to prevent inhalant abuse? Content What are inhalants? What does it mean to huff an inhalant? What are the risks of using inhalants? What are the warning signs of inhalant use? What's the best way to prevent inhalant use? What if I find my child huffing?

To prevent inhalant use, talk about it openly. Be aware of what your child is doing and stay involved in his or her life.

Discuss the risks. Honest discussion can help prevent a tragedy. Talk about what products can be abused and slang terms for inhalants. Emphasize that inhalants are deadly chemicals — not a harmless way to get high.
Review school supplies. When possible, substitute water-based products for solvent-based products.