Posts Tagged ‘talking to teens about drinking’
Underage Drinking – 5 Things Parents Should Consider To Keep the Message Clear
Underage drinking – sometimes a small change in how parents think or talk about or model drinking can make a big difference. “If you’re going to drink, just don’t drive.” “At least when I host the party and take away the keys, I know they’re safe.” “Drinking at high school parties is a rite of…
Read MoreUnderage Drinking – New eBook Offers Conversation Starters
Underage drinking – how do you talk about it with your teen and what should you say? According to The Partnership at DrugFree.org, the MOST influential person in a child’s decision to drink (or use drugs) is their parent. “90% of addictions start in the teen years,” reports The Partnership. “Cut the risk in half…
Read MoreDelaying The First Drink: A Parent’s Guide
Delaying the first drink can make a huge difference for a child’s brain development, as well as with their avoiding a lifelong problem with alcoholism. Why? Because early use is one of the five key risk factors for developing the chronic, often relapsing brain disease of addiction (whether that be an addiction to drugs or…
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