Make your disapproval of underage drinking clear. Parents remain the leading influence on their child's decisions about whether or not to drink.
Show You Care
Show you care about your child's health and success. Discuss the dangers of underage drinking early and often. Studies show kids start experimenting with drugs and alcohol as early as 4th and 5th grade.
Secure Any Alcohol
Show you care about your child's health and success. Discuss the dangers of underage drinking early and often. Studies show kids start experimenting with drugs and alcohol as early as 4th and 5th grade.
Pay Attention
Pay attention, and you'll discourage risky behaviors. Teens need space, but they also need boundaries. Supervise all underage gatherings at your home. You don't have to pry to let your teen know you're paying attention.
Be a Role Model
Model responsible drinking. Discuss and model ways to have fun that are alcohol-free. Raise the bar. Your children will reach for it.
