Starting the Conversation As a parent, you play a critical role in preventing your child from using alcohol, cannabis, or other substances. The key is having high-quality conversations. Research shows that parents who prepare for these discussions are far more effective in guiding their children’s choices.
DID YOU KNOW?
Kids who start drinking young are seven times more likely to be in an alcohol- related crash.
Adolescent drinkers have an increased risk of social problems, depression, suicidal thoughts and violence.
About 1 in 10 people who use cannabis may become addicted to it — and 1 in 6 when use begins before age 18.
High school students who use alcohol or other substances are five times more likely to drop out of school or believe good grades aren’t important.
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