10/16/2026
🍺🚫 UNDERAGE DRINKING ISN’T A RITE OF PASSAGE
Teen years are full of new experiences—but alcohol doesn’t have to be one of them.
Alcohol can interfere with judgment, coordination, and decision-making, and young people may be more likely to take risks while drinking.
Parents and caregivers can help by:
💙 Setting clear expectations about alcohol
💬 Having regular, judgment-free conversations
👀 Knowing where teens are and who they’re with
🚗 Making sure they always have a safe way home
👏 Encouraging healthy, substance-free activities
Prevention starts with conversation.