In New York, cannabis dispensaries have become as common as coffee shops, prompting many parents to consider how they communicate about cannabis with their children. Balancing honesty with boundaries is key for parents. Some approach the conversation similarly to that of alcohol, explaining that cannabis products are for adults. Safety measures include storing cannabis securely and educating kids about product packaging. Humor and simple scientific explanations are effective techniques to convey the message that cannabis can impact their developing brains.
"Your brain is still growing and becoming smarter every day, and we don't want to slow that down!" This approach utilizes humor and basic science to educate.
Kristi Palmer stores cannabis 'high up in a locked container' and teaches her young children to recognize the packaging and warning labels.
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