💬Conversations matter and your kids are smart, so start important conversations about underage drinking with the facts!
Make sure you know:
🔴67% of teens have never consumed alcohol in their lifetime, and among 8th graders, 82% have never consumed alcohol (Monitoring the Future, 2024)
🔴 Alcohol affects kids different than adults since their brains and bodies are still developing
🔴People who drink before age 15 are more likely to develop alcohol use disorder later in life (SAMHSA)
Make sure they know:
🔴It`s illegal to drink before age 21
🔴Alcohol harms growing brains and bodies
🔴 Most teens do not drink
🔴You love them and value their safety
In the past year, 94% of parents report they have spoken to their kids at least once about the dangers of underage drinking, and underage drinking rates are at record low levels. If you have not had a conversation yet—today is a great day to start.
It`s #TeacherAppreciationWeek🧑🏫! This week, we are saying THANK YOU to teachers for the crucial role they play in encouraging kids to make responsible choices and live a healthy lifestyle.
Take a minute this week to thank a teacher who encouraged you or your student 👏!
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