How Do You Counsel A Teen About Underage Drinking?
Underage drinking can be a huge issue for many parents to deal with. Fears about drunk driving and peer pressure are on the forefront of many parents’ minds. Take these few steps to make it a little easier to counsel a teen about underage drinking. You will not only ease your mind but communicate the facts. First decide the best method of approaching your teen. Figure out if talking to them formally or just mentioning it while doing a shared activity is the best method, according to your teen’s temperament. Split the conversation up into small parts if possible. Center and ground yourself before attempting to talk to your teen. Make sure you are calm and collected, even if you suspect they could be engaging in underage drinking already. Sit your teen down, or engage him while doing an activity. Share your experiences with underage drinking as an ice breaker to make the conversation less threatening. Most teens are more apt to talk when they do not feel they will be punished. Try to be
