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"As parents, it’s important to check our beliefs to make sure we’re working with the facts, so we can give our teens the information they need to navigate through today’s complex world. After all, since you are your child’s #1 influence when it comes to drugs and alcohol, you need to be sure you’re sharing the right information."
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Many parents have their own views and beliefs about alcohol, drug use, and other issues. Here are some surprising alcohol facts that you may have heard.
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Does alcohol alter brain development, negatively affecting brain structure & function? How many deaths related to alcohol consumption in young people under the age of 21 occur each year? Are people who begin drinking in their youth more likely to develop alcohol dependence or abuse as an adult? Does alcohol increase the risk of physical and sexual assault? After watching this video learn more about the dangers of underage drinking here: Alcohol’s Effects.
