Congrats Graduate! ! You did it! It's time to celebrate. But in order to keep the celebration from becoming a tragedy commit to being drug and alcohol free. Underage drinking can be dangerous, even when used to celebrate accomplishments, such as graduation. Remember, underage drinking can impact brain development, movement and coordination, and decision-making skills.
Parents, research shows that it makes a difference to talk to your teens about alcohol! Talk, they hear you! Explain the reasons why alcohol is not something to celebrate with when you are under the age of 21. Underage youth can put themselves or their friends in danger, due to injury, car accidents, and reckless decision-making. There are better ways to celebrate that don't include alcohol or drugs! Lets celebrate graduation safely!
