Drug Slang Names Commonly Used by Teens
June 22, 2020
In 2018, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) published an intelligence report with new and updated information on drug slang names from a variety of law enforcement and open sources. The report is designed as a reference guide for law enforcement personnel who are inundated with ever-changing slang and code words used to buy and sell illegal substances.
It is a good idea for parents to familiarize themselves with common drug slang to flag potential drug use in their home. Through early intervention in a child's drug use, parents can prevent years of family dysfunction, protect their child’s maturing brain and literally save their child’s life. See Brain Development, Teen Behavior and Preventing Drug Use by the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids, a national nonprofit committed to providing answers for families concerned about drug use.
The cumulative report spans the entire country so some drug slang used in Alabama may seem foreign to individuals living in Alaska. However, if you stumble upon or intercept a message directed to or from your teen and find yourself scratching your head trying to decipher the meaning – this drug slang list might come in handy.
