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The growing number of teenagers who drink alcohol is alarming. Studies show that about 50% of junior high and high school students drink alcohol at least once every month, and about 14% have been highly intoxicated at least once in a year and 8% drink more than five bottles of alcohol in one night.
Teenage alcohol abuse is now prevalent in our society. Understand why teens turn to alcohol and learn what you as a parent can do to prevent it.
Teenage alcohol abuse is more common than you think. Teenagers are exposed to alcohol through their friends or affiliations.
Spending quality time with family strengthens your teenager’s sense of family pride which is an effective way in helping teenagers avoid substance abuse.
Teenagers seem to turn to alcohol to cope with pressure at home and school. Teenage anxiety and alcohol abuse is a concern of family members and counselors.