CATRIC Making Good Choices

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DEALING WITH PEER PRESSURE CONNECTING WITH YOUR CHILD FINDING ALTERNATIVES CHOOSING FRIENDS NEVER RIDE WITH A DRINKING DRIVER

SAFETY FIRST BOTTOM LINE

How to use this guide

Underage drinking poses a special risk to young people. It is illegal and dangerous. This topical guide urges parents to: • Use recommended strategies about how to talk with your children about alcohol, even if it does not seem like they are interested in alcohol. Talk early, and talk often. • Read the information about peer pressure within this guide and think about ways you can help your children think through alternatives. • Set clear family rules about not drinking before 21 and follow through with consequences when agreements aren’t met.

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