Information for parents
The new Victorian "teen drinking law" has raised a lot of questions for parents. To give everyone the opportunity to get the facts, there will be a series of webinars and community forums around Victoria. These will be happening through until late May 2012. Find out more about these events.
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Kids grow up fast. The teenage and young adult years in particular, can be a real challenge for parents.
Before you know it, you can find yourself facing questions that you may not feel confident to answer, having to make decisions about allowing your children to go to parties where alcohol or other drugs could be available, or perhaps having concerns about a teenager's use of alcohol and other drugs.
Whether you are preparing yourself for the future, or need help with an immediate problem, the following information may help you.
The facts about young people and drugs
Learn the facts about young people and alcohol and other drugs.
How can I prevent alcohol and other drug use and harm?
Find out what you can do to help protect your child from experiencing problems with alcohol or other drugs.
What can I do if I suspect or find that my child is using drugs/alcohol?
Find out what you can do if your child is experiencing problems with alcohol and other drugs.
Getting help and support
Where to go for further help and support.
Download one of these fact sheets for a quick guide to the issues:
Last updated: 13 April 2012
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