Parent Risk Assessment & Action Plan

A calm, clear plan when you need it most

This tool helps parents quickly create a clear, step-by-step action plan to support their child dealing with substance use — in just a few minutes.

Understand what steps to take immediately
Get a structured plan tailored to your situation
Move forward with clarity and confidence

24 short questions · About 3 minutes · Confidential

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A few questions about your situation

Answer each on a 1–4 scale. 1 means things feel strong or healthy. 4 means things feel concerning. There are no right or wrong answers — your honest responses help shape the plan.

SteadyNeeds attention

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Immediate Safety & Urgency

How close the risk feels right now — use, exposure, and safety concerns that may need prompt attention.

0/7

How certain are you that your child has used drugs, alcohol, or other substances?

1Confident they haven't2Not sure, but I don't think so3Strongly suspect4Confirmed or seen direct evidence

How frequently do you suspect substance use may be occurring?

1Never2Once or twice, isolated3A few times a month4Weekly or more

How often does your child spend time in environments where substances may be present?

1Rarely or never2Occasionally3Often — most weekends4Most of their free time

Have you noticed significant mood swings, withdrawal, or aggressive behavior?

1No noticeable change2Mild changes3Clear and frequent changes4Dramatic or near-daily changes

How concerned are you about your child’s safety (driving, risky environments, etc.)?

1Not concerned2Mildly concerned3Serious concern4Active fear — lose sleep over it

How often does your child spend time with peers you consider a negative influence?

1Rarely or never2Some peers I worry about3Most of their friends are concerning4Almost exclusively with peers I distrust

How confident are you that your home environment discourages substance use?

1Very confident — clear rules, no access, aligned messaging2Mostly confident3Unsure4Concerned — access, exposure, or mixed messages at home

Boundary Consistency

How clear and reliable your rules and consequences are, and how aligned caregivers stay.

0/7

How consistent are consequences when rules are broken?

1Always consistent2Mostly consistent3Inconsistent4Rules rarely or never enforced

How often do you feel unsure whether you are overreacting or underreacting?

1Almost never2Occasionally3Often — second-guess most of the time4Constantly — paralyzed by doubt

How aligned are caregivers or co-parents in responding to the situation?

1Fully aligned — same page on rules and tone2Mostly aligned3Disagree often4Pulling in opposite directions, or no co-parent contact

How frequently do you monitor your child’s whereabouts and activities?

1Consistently — always know2Most of the time3Often unsure4Rarely know where they are

How clear is your plan for next steps if substance use continues?

1Very clear — written plan aligned with co-parent2Some idea, not detailed3Unsure what to do next4No plan at all

How much structure currently exists in your child’s daily routine?

1Strong routine — sleep, school, meals, activities2Some structure, gaps in places3Inconsistent4Little or no structure

How prepared do you feel to set firm but supportive boundaries?

1Fully prepared2Somewhat prepared3Uncertain how to balance firm and supportive4Don't know where to begin

Communication & Conflict

How conversations are going — openness, tension, and whether your child engages or shuts down.

0/5

Have you observed secrecy, lying, or avoidance when discussing concerns?

1No — open and honest2Occasionally evasive3Often secretive or avoidant4Constantly — won't engage at all

How intense are conflicts between you and your child regarding behavior or rules?

1Calm — disagreements resolve easily2Occasional tension3Frequent arguments4Yelling, slamming doors, near-daily

How confident do you feel confronting your child about substance concerns?

1Confident — I know what to say2Somewhat confident3Unsure how to approach it4Avoid it entirely — dread the conversation

How comfortable is your child discussing stress, anxiety, or emotional pain?

1Very comfortable — talks openly2Sometimes shares3Rarely shares4Shuts down completely — won't engage

How often does your child accept responsibility for their behavior?

1Owns mistakes consistently2Sometimes3Rarely4Never — blames others or denies

Support & Professional Engagement

The support around you — school, community, professionals, and your own capacity to keep going.

0/5

How supported do you feel by school staff or community professionals?

1Very supported — actively in touch with school / coaches2Some support3Limited support4Feel alone — no school or community contact

Have you sought guidance from a therapist, counselor, or treatment provider?

1Yes, currently working with one2Reached out, exploring options3Considered but haven't yet4No — wouldn't know where to start

How often do you feel exhausted, fearful, or overwhelmed by the situation?

1Rarely or never2Occasionally3Often — most weeks4Near-daily — running on empty

How frequently do you worry about long-term consequences if patterns continue?

1Rarely2Occasionally3Often4Constantly — affects sleep, work, or daily mood

How ready are you to take decisive action to protect your child’s well-being?

1Ready now — committed to act2Mostly ready3Hesitant4Stuck — don't know what to do

Anything urgent we should know? (optional)

If something acute is happening — suspected fentanyl exposure, overdose, threats of self-harm, or violence at home — write a short note here. The plan will open with that concern and pin the right emergency resource. Skip this if it does not apply.

If your child is in immediate danger, call 911. For a suicide or mental-health crisis, call or text 988. For suspected overdose or poisoning, Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222.

Urgent concern

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Answer all 24 questions to generate your plan.