Parenting in the digital age is more challenging than ever, with kids glued to screens and using emojis as secret codewords.

Authorities are now warning parents about one emoji in particular—the horse emoji —which is being used as a reference for ketamine, a dangerous hallucinogenic drug.

Law enforcement agencies across the U.S. are cracking down on hidden drug references in online chats. They urge parents to monitor their children’s digital activity and be aware of other emojis with hidden meanings, such as:

• – MDMA (Ecstasy)

• – Cocaine

• – Marijuana

• – Edibles/cannabis products

Beyond drugs, secret emoji codes are also used by online subcultures like the incel movement, making digital awareness more crucial than ever.