Parenting Decision

When David smoked pot with Nic, what was your reaction?

Musical Influences

Throughout the memoir, David Sheff uses many popular culture references to interests of Nic (e.g., music, movies, books, etc.).  Do you think the "heroes" (Kurt Cobain, etc.) chosen by Nic influenced him to use drugs?  Explain why or why not.

David Sheff's Drug Use

In Beautiful Boy, David Sheff writes about his drug use, including his experience with crystal meth.  David also states that he shared his drug history with Nic while he was a teenager.  Do you think David sharing his drug history with Nic had anything to do with Nic's free fall into addiction?  Explain your answer.  Also, in general, do you believe parents should share their past drug use with their children?  Explain why or why not.