Growing up is challenging, and today’s teenagers are facing problems that are unique to the present time. Understanding the signs your child might be suffering from some common teenage problems is the first step to helping troubled teens face adversity. Even the most patient of parents will find their patience tested when navigating the mood […]
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Alcohol Facts for Kids: The Truth About Teenage Drinking
Start the conversation about the perils of underage drinking with your kids by giving them all the facts and up-to-date research. You need to start teaching your children about the dangers of teenage drinking when they are young, which is probably before you are ready. Underage drinking starts earlier than most parents consider, with sometimes […]
Talk It Out NC Recognizes September as National Recovery Month
RALEIGH, N.C. – (September 2, 2020) Alcoholism is a crippling disease that can ruin — and take — lives. That’s why during September’s National Recovery Month, Talk It Out NC, a state-sponsored initiative to reduce underage drinking and raise awareness of the epidemic, encourages families to discuss alcohol use before the temptation to drink turns […]
Is My Teen Experimenting With Alcohol?
For many teens, as they get closer to adulthood, they’re in a hurry to experience grown-up things, like alcohol. For parents, as your teen pushes boundaries, it’s common for you to be concerned about underage drinking. Experimenting with alcohol should not be considered a rite of passage or just something that teens are going to […]
How Child-Rearing Shifts During the Teen Years
It seems like children change overnight from innocent, playful kids into tweens and teenagers experiencing hormonal shifts and questioning the complex world we live in. Parents are often nervous about navigating the parent-child relationship during those teen years when their children begin testing their independence and challenging or questioning authority. They’re maturing, and parents may […]
Holiday Drinking: Is it Legal to Drink with your Parents?
The holidays are often a great opportunity to teach underage family members about responsible drinking behavior. That doesn’t mean it’s okay for parents to allow their kids to participate in holiday drinking at family gatherings. In fact, it’s not legal in North Carolina for parents to supervise their kids drinking alcohol — no matter the […]
Teaching Teens About Alcohol: How to Start the Conversation
Teaching teens about alcohol can be tough. There’s a lot to cover, and it’s important parents start the conversation early before it becomes a problem later. It’s often easier said than done. What can parents do to teach their teens about alcohol? How do they start the conversation? Keep kids engaged? We know it can […]
Teenage Alcohol Poisoning: 6 Symptoms that Require Help
It’s a friend’s or parent’s nightmare. What started as a fun event took a bad turn when alcohol became involved. In a scenario far too common with underage drinking, someone may have developed alcohol poisoning. Is it time to call a hospital? Notify their parents? Alcohol poisoning is a serious issue that impacts more people […]
Positive Peer Pressure — Four Ways Teens Can Hold Each Other Accountable
When it comes to underage drinking, “peer pressure” often has a negative connotation. In fact, 75 percent of teenagers admit to participating in activities like partying and underage drinking because they see their peers on social media doing similar things. For many teens, “fitting in” is more important than making the right decision. But what […]
Stop Teenage Drinking: 10 Steps to Keep Your Teen Safe
Parental instinct is a powerful force. So, don’t ignore yours when it’s telling you something is going on with your kid. It could be something simple like they did poorly on an algebra test, or it could be something more dangerous like they’re drinking alcohol. If you think your child is struggling, it’s up to […]