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Over 80 percent of young people ages 10–18 say their parents are the leading influence on their decision whether to drink or not.
It’s never too late to start talking with your teen about the risks of underage drinking and other substance use.
2. Show you care about your teen’s health, wellness, and success. 3. Show you’re a good source of information about alcohol and other drugs.
5. Build your teen’s skills and strategies for avoiding drinking and drug use.
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CONVERSATION GOALS:
1. Show you disapprove of underage drinking and other drug misuse.
4. Show you’re paying attention and you will discourage risky behaviors.
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For more information on talking with your teen about alcohol and other drugs, visit www.underagedrinking.samhsa.gov and www.samhsa.gov.
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Talking with Teens About Alcohol and Other Drugs