Talk to your child about clear expectations around the use of alcohol.
Talk to your child about the dangers of underage drinking.
As an adult, you have the critical role in shaping the habits of the children in your care. Research states that talking to youth about underage drinking, disapproving of the behavior, and taking action to prevent it is the biggest factor in whether or not your child will use alcohol before 21 years of age. One home at a time, we can reduce youth access to alcohol and improve their future by securing and monitoring alcohol in the home.
Model Lower Risk Drinking
Remember our children are not just listening to us, they are watching us and modeling our behaviors. It is important for youth to see the adults in their lives that they look up to modeling lower risk drinking. For Adults, we promote responsible drinking by asking them to adopt the 0-1-2 alcohol consumption guidelines.
0 Drinks
If you are under age 21, pregnant, nursing, driving, in treatment or recovery for alcohol addiction, or want to lower your risk for cancer, no alcohol is recommended.
1 Drink
Standard* drink per day for women.
2 Drink
Standard* drink limit per day for men.
*A standard drink is one 12-ounce beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof spirits.
Talk to Others
It’s not only important to talk to youth but it is important to spread the message. Talk to your neighbors and friends about underage drinking and what they can do to support at healthy community.