How to Talk to a Teenager About Drunk Driving
Driving while under the influence of alcohol is a major issue on the road in many developed as well as developing nations. There are awareness programs that are running in many countries that impress upon the dangers of such and act to ones’ self as well as to others.
Unfortunately, many youngsters, including teens are also involved in this kind of driving. Many countries allow teens as young as 16 to acquire driver licenses generally with certain restrictions. However, legal drinking age is not below 18 in just about all the countries.
The Teenagers sometimes acquire alcohol from bootleggers or a person of age for return of monetary benefits to the supplier. However, they are unaware of the dangers that they face by doing so an even more when they get behind the wheel of a vehicle. Alcohol can very easily get the better of senses without the person under the influence being able to understand his diminished capabilities.
Instructions
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Talk
The first thing to do is to be open with children. If alcohol is available in abundance in the surroundings and the teen has a license, he or she must be talked to and explained the possible harms from the scenario of driving while being drunk. Talk to them about issues with underage drinking so that they know the exact consequences of such acts.
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Throw a Party
Providing the youngster with alternatives is also something that can work. Let the kids invite his or her friends over for a party which is free of alcohol. They will have a good time and will get the message that there is no need to involve alcohol for fun. It will also be healthy for other kids to attend such a party and go home safe.
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Alcohol Awareness Class
For teenagers who have recently started driving, take them to an awareness class that can shed light on the dangers of drunk driving. A number of states have this class as a must before issuing a license; however, many have this as optional. By making the teen take this class, you can get the message across without being ‘parenting’ at all times.
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Sports Activity
Help them take a sport or some other positive physical activity which can help in a big way in taking the teens mind off such issues. Staying busy with a healthy activity allows a fresh mind where negative ideas seldom come.
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