By now you’ve noticed a strong theme on our blog. We’ve been flooding your feed with underage drinking topics ranging from myths to news, and there’s a reason why. The first step to reducing underage drinking in North Carolina is starting the conversation. Talking to your tween or teen about … [Read more...] about5 Actions Parents Can Take to Prevent Underage Drinking
Underage Drinking / alcoholism
How Marketing Influences Underage Drinkers
We see marketing material as often as we see our interior walls. Products and services are promoted everywhere, from the Internet we browse to the television we watch. According to a recent report by the American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, exposure to brand-specific alcohol advertising is … [Read more...] aboutHow Marketing Influences Underage Drinkers
How to Talk to Your Teen about Alcohol
Do conversations with your teen mimic the picture displayed above? Talking to your teen isn’t always easy. The pre-teen through teenage years are volatile. Your child is going through a huge number of changes from physical to mental to emotional. Think back to when you were your child’s age. … [Read more...] aboutHow to Talk to Your Teen about Alcohol
Underage Drinking Facts that Every Parent Needs to Know
The misconception that underage drinking is okay or acceptable is not limited to teens. Some parents condone it in their home while others are pretend to be oblivious and sing the “everyone has drank underage” song. Teenagers are getting smarter. Technology has helped teens pinpoint places where … [Read more...] aboutUnderage Drinking Facts that Every Parent Needs to Know
