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Underage drinking: Talking to your teen about alcohol
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Why teens drink
Talking about underage drinking
Consequences of underage drinking
Other ways to prevent underage drinking
Seeking help for underage drinking
Seeking help for underage drinking
If you think your teen might be misusing alcohol, contact your teen's doctor or a counselor who specializes in treating alcoholism. Teens who misuse alcohol aren't likely to realize it — or seek help — on their own.
It's never too soon to start talking to your teen about underage alcohol use. By talking now, you'll help give your teen the guidance and support necessary to make good choices.