The majority of alcohol supplied to 14-17 year olds is provided by parents or caregivers (79%). 

Adults believe that if they provide the alcohol, teenage drinking won’t get out of hand. 

The reality is, it does.

SO WHAT'S YOUR ACTION PLAN?

FIND OUT WHO IS WHO: Take an interest in your teen’s friends and friends’ parents. The closer you get to their peer groups, the more understanding and awareness you will have about their drinking habits.

EDUCATE AND COMMUNICATE: Talk to your teenager about alcohol and the dangers of binge drinking in particular. Explain the increased risks of damage to relationships and friendships, and even rape, injury and death.

BE CONSISTENT: Talk to their friends’ parents and come to an agreement for all of your children.Communicate your expectations towards alcohol and parties. 

ENCOURAGE OTHER ACTIVITES: Teenage drinking is often associated with boredom. Suggest other things to do that don’t involve alcohol.

HOWEVER YOU DO IT, TELL THEM TO EASE UP ON THE DRINK.

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