Uploaded November 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Before deciding to drug test your teen, it's important to understand that there may be legal implications depending on where you live.
Some schools have policies around mandatory drug testing, especially for students participating in extracurricular activities like sports. Parents should be aware of these policies and how this testing may interact with their approach at home.
Once a drug test is administered by a healthcare professional, the results are part of your child’s medical record. Medical records are protected by privacy laws, which means that after a certain age, typically 18, but sometimes younger in drug-related cases, you may not have automatic access to your child’s test results.
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Before deciding to drug test your teen, it's important to understand that there may be legal implications depending on where you live.
Some schools have policies around mandatory drug testing, especially for students participating in extracurricular activities like sports. Parents should be aware of these policies and how this testing may interact with their approach at home.
Once a drug test is administered by a healthcare professional, the results are part of your child’s medical record. Medical records are protected by privacy laws, which means that after a certain age, typically 18, but sometimes younger in drug-related cases, you may not have automatic access to your child’s test results.
To subscribe to our channel, visit youtube.com/partnershiptoendaddiction. Be sure to select the Ringing Bell option (🔔) to get notified when we publish new videos!
Partnership to End Addiction is a national nonprofit providing personalized support and resources for families impacted by addiction. With decades of experience in direct services, communications and coalition-building, we mobilize families, policymakers, researchers and health care professionals to more effectively address addiction systemically on a national scale. For more information, visit drugfree.org.
Connect with us: drugfree.org Facebook: facebook.com/PartnershipToEndAddiction Twitter: twitter.com/ToEndAddiction Instagram: instagram.com/PartnershipToEndAddiction LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/PartnershipToEndAddiction
Learn more about Prevention & Early Action: drugfree.org/prevention-and-early-action
Get Support: Text CONNECT to 55753 to contact a specialist.
(Please note: Msg and data rates may apply. Msg frequency varies. Text HELP for help or STOP to opt out. Terms and Privacy.)
