The Bottom Line
Adults may hold beliefs and have thoughts that
They are listening… what are you saying? This series of resources can help parents substantially reduce the chance that their child will drink alcohol and use cannabis before the age of 21. Alcohol is the substance most commonly used by youth— more than all other illicit substances combined. MADD’s Power of Parents handbooks are based on the latest research by Dr. Robert Turrisi, PhD at Penn State University, which, when followed, has shown up to a 30% reduction in underage drinking.
simply do not exist for youth because their brains are still developing. Help your child develop better thinking and problem-solving skills by talking together about the short-term and long-term consequences of alcohol and cannabis use, even if they show little interest. It is never too soon to start the conversation. Remember, your child may be beginning to look and act like an adult, but they are still depending on you to help them make positive brain is focused on what is happening right now, basing decisions on immediate emotions rather than what consequences may happen in the future. choices to keep them healthy and safe. Their
30% reduction in underage drinking
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