Supplying a teenager with alcohol is serious. It can lead to unforeseen, sometimes deadly, consequences. Yet, friends, family, and other adults often give alcohol to minors without a second thought. Before supplying a teenager with alcohol, consider these five reasons not to give a teen alcohol. #1: Supplying Alcohol to Someone Under the Age of…
We all know drinking under the age of 21 in the United States is prohibited, but does everyone follow this law? Obviously there are teenagers who will go behind our backs and drink regardless of what the legal age may be, but what about parents? Have you ever allowed your child to indulge in the…
The National Institute on Drug Abuse published the results from their recent 2012 survey on teens and drug use, abuse and addiction. The comprehensive report covers the use of both illicit drugs, such as marijuana, cocaine and heroine as well as licit drugs such as alcohol and tobacco. Here is an overview of their…
Underage Drinking Cost The Citizens of North Carolina $1.5 Billion In 2010 Since the numbers for 2011-2012 have not yet been reported, we can only hope costs are getting lower. In our effort to spread the word about this growing problem and in conjunction with the National Highway Safety Traffic Administration’s Drive Sober Campaign, the…