Drinking and drug use

Many young people start experimenting with alcohol during their teenage years, especially when they’re socialising. It can be difficult to strike a balance between keeping your teen healthy and safe and giving them the freedom to experience their teenage years to the fullest. By role modelling moderate drinking behaviours and setting clear expectations, you can teach your teen how to manage the effects of alcohol.

Top tips on what you can do to help your teenager make good choices about alcohol use. 

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Drugs and teenagers

Many young people start experimenting with alcohol and drugs as teenagers, especially when they’re socialising. Read more about drinking and drug use.