Drug Use Is More Common Than Parents Think - And More Dangerous A drug-themed social media post may make it past community guidelines, spreading more information about these illicit substances.
A transaction on Venmo may look completely innocent when in reality it’s a drug dealer’s receipt. These emojis can look like ordinary, harmless symbols, which means parents may easily overlook them. Kids today talk about drugs in a way that adds a new twist, using a language they’re fluent in - emojis.
**This blog post was updated on October 25, 2021.**Įvery generation has its own drug slang, and the terms and shorthand change with every passing decade.