How can parents and teachers help prevent underage alcohol use?
Parents, teachers, and caregivers play a vital role in influencing children’s attitudes and behaviors. They can: • Provide the knowledge children need to recognize why they should not be drinking. • Help children build the practical skills to reject alcohol. • Convey clear and consistent messages that alcohol use is unacceptable. • Support and reinforce the child’s ability to make healthy decisions. • Plan a Reach Out Now Teach-In for fifth and/or sixth graders in their community.
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