The holidays are upon us, which means children are home from school during their break. Many people will host dinners and parties with friends and family members to celebrate the season. Alcohol is often a part of these festivities.
Alcohol is the number-one drug of choice among teens in America, and adult drinking habits during the holidays will influence children of all ages. It’s important to make sure our children don’t associate these festive times with drinking. One way to achieve this is to limit any alcohol consumption to “adult-only” parties.
During holiday break, children might have more opportunity to experiment with illegal substances while they have freedom from homework and school responsibilities. Take the opportunity to model responsible behavior for your kids this holiday season, and talk to your children about making healthy decisions, such as staying away from alcohol and other drugs.
