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See how we mobilized our communities to work together and prevent underage drinking like never before.
Start early
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends talking to kids about underage drinking as early as age 9.1 Research shows kids are making up their minds about alcohol between the ages of 9 to 13 and those perceptions can become more favorable as they mature. And if they view it as pleasurable, they’re much more likely to drink underage.2 If your child is older, it’s never too late to start the discussion.
Your influence is powerful
That’s the great news! Utah kids report the number one reason they choose not to drink is their parents’ strong disapproval.3
Why prevent underage drinking?
Because it protects a child’s future. Alcohol affects a young, still developing brain very differently than an adult’s brain, impairing proper development and increasing risks of addiction, depression, suicide, injury, violence, academic problems and more.4
Learn the HarmsHow can I help prevent my kid from drinking underage?
Here are some suggestions that can help keep your child alcohol-free. Spend fun time together, set clear “no alcohol” rules and stay involved in your kid’s life.
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Get the tools and help you need to prevent underage drinking here—everything from conversation starters, podcasts, games to play, videos to watch and so much more.
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Alcohol affects the adolescent brain differently compared to the mature adult brain. 🧠 This is because the brain undergoes significant development and changes from ages 12 to early 20s. Underage drinking can damage brain wiring, which is crucial for developing into a mature, responsible adult.
Stay informed about the effects of underage drinking to educate your kids and empower them to make informed choices.❤️
🔗 Visit parentsempowered.org/why/addiction/ to learn more.
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Timing is 🔑 when it comes to talking to your kids about alcohol. According to research, by age 12, only 1 in 10 children have tasted alcohol, but by age 15, 1 in 2 have tried it. Start talking to them early so they know to say no.
Here are some tips to get you started when having that conversation. 💬
🔗 For more info on underage drinking, check out ➡️ my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/17541-alcohol-underage-drinking
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Underage alcohol consumption is common in the United States and can have harmful outcomes on your child’s health and well-being. A 2019 study found that 29% of high school students drank alcohol in the previous 30 days and 14% of them binge drank.
Learn more from the CDC here: www.cdc.gov/alcohol/fact-sheets/underage-drinking.htm
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Excessive alcohol use can lead to increased risk of health problems such as injuries, violence, liver diseases, and cancer.The CDC Alcohol Program works to strengthen the scientific foundation for pre…
Underage drinking can cause long-term damage to your child’s developing brain 🧠. Even if there aren’t immediate physical impacts to drinking, it’s slowly happening internally. Prevent it now while you can!
🔗Learn more about the effects alcohol has on the developing brain at: parentsempowered.org/why/healthy-brains/
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Want to create special #Halloween memories with your kids? Let them pick their favorite iconic Halloween monster and based on their choice, plan a fun activity!🧛♀️👻 Share in the comments below which monster they choose! ⬇️
Spending quality time with your kids is not only enjoyable but also helps prevent underage drinking. Studies reveal that children who have meaningful interactions with their parents are less likely to engage in underage drinking.
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Underage drinking is wiring your child’s brain for alcohol dependence.🧠 Studies have revealed that starting drinking at 13 increases the chances of alcohol dependence in adulthood by 45%.
Your child’s brain needs time to develop without the interference of alcohol. So, let’s focus on nurturing their minds and making informed choices for a bright future.🌟
🔗Learn more here: parentsempowered.org/why/addiction/
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In the News
Underage drinking can be a serious threat to our children and communities. Learn about the latest research and efforts to prevent it.
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About Us
Our goal is to eliminate underage drinking in Utah. We do that by empowering parents to use the tremendous influence they have to keep their children alcohol-free.
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1 Utah Student Health and Risk Prevention [SHARP] Survey, 2019.
2 https://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/136/3/e718
3 Utah Student Health and Risk Prevention [SHARP] Survey, 2019.
4 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK37591/
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