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Talking with your teenager about alcohol

Number 6.2 June 2008
For parents

Many parents are concerned that at some stage they, and their children, will come face to face with the issue of alcohol and teenage drinking. Whether their teenager wants to try their first taste of alcohol, is planning a party, or has arrived home sick and drunk, a parent’s most valuable asset is good, open communication within their family.

This fact sheet looks at strategies for fostering open and honest communication about the issues associated with teenage drinking.

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