An April 4 article by Sanne Specht of the Associated Press described one woman's long struggle to free her family -- and protect her children -- from the downward spiral of drug addiction:

Adrianna Poot didn't want to pass on her parents' painful legacy of drug use, child abuse and neglect. But she did.

"I used to stick my daughter in a highchair in the morning when she was 1 or 2 years old," said Poot, of Medford. "I'd give her something to eat, turn on a video and just leave her there. Then I'd go back to bed because I'd been up all night. Doing drugs. Doing whatever." ...

Sobriety lessons learned at OnTrack's Moms Program and Narcotics Anonymous meetings, parenting skills acquired at the Family Nurturing Center and Community Family Court, and insights gained in her Women Against Violence group are all helping Poot become the kind of mother she never had. The kind of mother every child deserves.

"I used to stuff my feelings, and then I'd leak them all over the place," she said. "I never figured out what was really bothering me. Now I'm learning how to manage my feelings."

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During the final two weeks of November, the Swiss Institute for the Prevention of Alcohol and Drug Problems (SIPADP) arranged for plush toys in the shape of a yellow dog to be handed out to postal customers as a way of reaching out to children of alcoholic parents.

According to a Nov. 12 article on the Swiss news site swissinfo.ch, the dog is also the star of a book that was written for the SIPADP to help children under the age of 10:

Boby is a dog whose master, Fred, sometimes forgets to feed and pet him  and he doesn't know why. Boby thinks he must have done something wrong to make Fred behave like this. And he is too ashamed to tell other dogs about the problem.

It's only when his friend Felix talks about the experience of another dog and her mistress, and explains that the bottles in the dustbin show that Fred is ill, that Boby realises not only that it isn't his fault, but also that there is hope for Fred. &

The Boby book ... is designed to raise the awareness of anyone who reads it, so they too can play the role of Felix to a child's Boby.

That's why the new campaign is being launched via post offices: local branches, used by most people, are seen as a good way of raising public awareness as a whole about the issue. It is also hoped that greater public understanding will help parents accept their dependence as an illness that can be treated.

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The Partnership for a Drug-Free America has announced the launch of a new website aimed at helping Hispanic families. Habla Con Tus Hijos is a Spanish-language web resource filled with tips and guidance on how parents can best start, and continue, honest conversations with their children about drug use.

The following details were included in a press release to announce the establishment of the new website:

"Habla Con Tus Hijos" is the new Spanish-language counterpart to the Partnerships ongoing parent movement, Time to Talk".

Both Habla Con Tus Hijos and Time to Talk are grounded in the Partnerships national research that consistently shows kids who learn a lot about the risks of drugs from their parents are up to 50 percent less likely to use drugs than those who do not get that crucial message at home.

Parents and caregivers will be able to download Spanish-language tools and resources that will guide them in their conversations with their kids. The web site is culturally relevant, and most of the resources are available free of charge.

Visit www.hablacontushijos.org for more information.

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On Tuesday, August 25, East Central University in Ada, Oklahoma will host a discussion on alcohol and substance abuse. This discussion will feature Reggie Whitten, a father who lost a son to drug addiction.

His multimedia presentation will be open to the public at no charge and will be geared toward substance abuse counselors as well as educating students. ...

When Whitten's son, Brandon, died in a motorcycle accident in 2002, Whitten was devastated. He has said he was 'a walking dead man' who was just trying to find a reason to live. -- Source: Ada (OK) Evening News

Whitten's son, who had been addicted to prescription drugs, died at the age of 25. Out of that tragedy, the Whitten-Newman Foundation was formed and now works to educate young people on the dangers of abusing drugs and alcohol.

Whittens presentation at ECU will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the Estep Multimedia Center in the University Center.

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Fathers who drink too much put their sons at greater risk for teen alcohol and drug abuse, according to a new government study of more than 9,500 father and son pairs:

• Researchers from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) found that 38 percent of male teenagers whose fathers abuse alcohol also drink.
• Among those whose fathers drank moderately, only 33 percent of their sons use alcohol.
• Among those whose fathers drank not at all, only 21 percent use alcohol. The teenagers in the study were ages 12 to 17 years old.

A father's abuse of alcohol also put a son at greater risk for drug abuse. Among teens in the study whose fathers abused alcohol, 24 percent said they used drugs. Among those whose fathers abstained from drinking, 14 percent reported having tried drugs.

The SAMHSA researchers used data drawn from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, which collected responses from 11,056 fathers and 9,537 father-child respondent pairs between 2002 and 2007.

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Babies who are exposed to tobacco smoke prenatally or as infants are more likely to become hooked on cigarettes in early adulthood, according to a new study from the University of Arizona.

Dr. Roni Grad, a professor of pediatrics, assessed children during their mothers' pregnancies, at 1.5 months, at 1.5 years, and again at ages six, nine, 11, 16, and 22 years old. If mothers smoked during pregnancy or early childhood, their children were more likely to be smokers at ages 16 and 22 years old. Fathers' smoking habits did not matter.

"I would definitely discourage any mother from smoking around her child," Dr. Grad said at the annual meeting of the American Thoracic Society. "If they were exposed early, I would go the extra mile to keep them from experimenting because they may be at higher risk of becoming nicotine dependent very quickly."

Teen smoking has been associated with a wide range of health and behavioral problems, including the development of anxiety disorders.

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A German child guidance specialist is advising parents to remain calm if they discover that their child has experimented with marijuana.

Andreas Engel from Germany's Bundeskonferenz fuer Erziehungsberatung ... says parents should inform themselves about marijuanas main active ingredient, THC.

Only then is it a good idea to raise the matter with your child and talk about the effects of smoking the substance. If you are strictly against smoking cannabis, you should make that perfectly clear and ban its use. ...

Cannabis-smoking teenagers are demonstrating to themselves and their peers that they can break conventions. They're also testing the limits of their independence from the norms of the adult world and showing their affiliation to a youth sub-culture, says Engel. (Source: Earth Times)

Parents should be consistent in educating their children about the health issues, legal consequences, and other negative aspects of illegal drug use among young people.

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A North Carolina teenager is in jail after his mother called police when she discovered a marijuana plant in his room.

"The woman then allowed police to search her home where they recovered the plant, a soda bottle converted for the use of smoking marijuana, rolling papers, marijuana seeds, and two partially smoked marijuana cigarettes, the [arrest] warrant states."

The son has been charged with simple possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. Source: Gaston (NC) Gazette

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Talking to children about the dangers of drug use is sometimes hard for parents who experimented with drugs during their own teenage years. These parents often don't know exactly what to say, or how honest they should be.

"Avoid giving your child more information than she or he asked for. No need to talk about keg stands and smoking pot 132 times. [However]...don't risk losing your credibility after the kids discover the real story from a chatty uncle at a family party."

Before talking to your teenager, think about the reasons why you regret using drugs when you were younger. Share those regrets during your talk, and give your child a chance to respond and ask questions. Source: Daily Mail (United Kingdom)

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A recent study by Nationwide Children's Hospital found that adolescents whose parents are smokers are more impulsive - a quality that they share with their parents. Impulsivity, which is related to a need for instant gratification, may be an influencing factor in the decision to become a smoker.

The study found that mothers who smoke and their children were consistently more likely to choose an immediate, discounted reward, over a delayed full reward than were non-smoking mothers and their children.

The study collected information from 60 participants in an Ohio community. Brady Reynolds, PhD, lead author and principal investigator of the study, who is with the Center for Biobehavioral Health of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital, commented on the implications of these finding for smoking prevention efforts:

"Our study is significant in that it indicates most adolescent smokers, or children at risk of smoking, respond to more immediate consequences when making choices,' Reynolds said. "Therefore, prevention programs that stress the long-term negative effects of smoking are going to be less effective for those adolescents most at risk of smoking. Also, cessation programs focused on long-term outcomes will likely be less effective for adolescent smokers attempting to quit." (Source: ScienceDaily.com)

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A recent survey conducted by national polling firm RT Strategies found that just 6% of parents are concerned about their kids abusing prescription medication. The finding was alarming, in light of other studies that have shown a dramatic increase in abuse of prescription drugs among teenagers.

"'We must raise awareness of these drug trends so parents realize that talking to their kids about drug abuse and prevention before heading back to school is on par with buying school supplies - both are necessary and will lay the foundation for a successful and healthy school year,' continued [Debbie] Moak."

The study also found that, though 80% of parents deny that prescription drugs are easily accessible in their home, over 10% of kids aged 12 to 17 have taken prescription drugs from a family member or friends' home. Read more at EMaxHealth.com.

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When children move into the adolescent years, their behavior can leave parents wondering "Who are you?" In an effort to help parents better understand their teenagers, the Partnership for a Drug-Free America has launched a new website.

"The site... was created in collaboration with the Treatment Research Institute in Philadelphia, top scientists and researchers on substance abuse and addiction, and Boston-based WGBH, leading in public broadcasting and educational multimedia."

Called "A Parent's Guide to the Teen Brain", the website explains how the brain develops and why teenagers are prone to risky behaviors like drug or alcohol experimentation. It also gives advice on how parents can use this information to connect with their children. Source: PR Web

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In a study of nearly 5,000 teens and their parents, a group of researchers found strong connections between parental and adolescent drinking behaviors. The study collected data on alcohol use for teens at ages 14 and 17½, and similar data from parents.

"The study found that, among parental dimensions examined, monitoring and discipline played the strongest intermediary role in associations between parental and adolescent drinking behaviors. The researchers also found that the magnitude of this role was much stronger during early adolescence, while parental drinking had a stronger effect on teen drinking in later adolescence."

A rather surprising discovery was that increased discipline by parents actually led to increased alcohol consumption among older teens. Read more at Teen-Help-Directory.com.

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"An ounce of prevention beats a pound of cure" the old saying goes. But when dealing with teen drug and alcohol use, what exactly is an "ounce of prevention"? According to one columnist, it equates to a little parental nosiness.

"As more families trend toward everybody leading separate lives, it's become easier for children to lead secret lives. Research consistently indicates and alarming disconnect between parental perceptions of their children's drinking and drugging behavior, and the hidden underside of their children's lives."

Not only parents, but grandparents can get more involved in the lives of adolescents. Ask questions, spend time together, and find out as much as possible about who their friends are and what they do together. Read more at TheWorldLink.com.

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Santa Barbara may become the fourth city in California to pass what's being called the Social Host Ordinance (SHO). This ordinance would hold parents or guardians accountable when underage drinking takes place at a party.

"First, a minimum of two people is considered a party. Second, a $1,000 fine will be charged to the host when minors are caught with alcohol. If the host is a minor, parents or guardians are held liable... Adults will be charged regardless of their knowledge of the event or of any intention of underage alcoholic possession or consumption."

The ordinance is still in a draft stage in Santa Barbara, but several organizations are already in support.

Want to learn more about parental liability? Read about Parental Liability for Underage Drivers at DrugRehabTreatment.com.

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As 2008 draws near, the Partnership for a Drug-Free America is asking parents to include "talk to my kids more" on their lists of resolutions. To help parents make and keep the resolutions, Partnership has launched the website TimeToTalk.org.

"TimeToTalk™ celebrates the positive influence parents have on the decisions their children make for themselves. With access to conversation starters and a supportive online parent forum, TimeToTalk.org empowers parents to take an active role in prevention."

The website also includes a list of suggested "resolutions" that parents could make in the new year, with regards to their kids: "be patient, not just tolerant", "ask teens what they need from you" and "keep the promises you make" are just some of the suggestions.

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The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University has offered suggestions to schools, parents and students for reducing substance abuse among young people. The Center has also released statistics on drug and alcohol-related issues.

"[For parents], Talk with your children about substance use from an early age and continue these conversations through college. Have a comprehensive discussion about substance use - its risks, your expectations, and the consequences you will enforce should they violate the rules - during the summer before their departure to college."

Statistics released by the Center include the following: 49 percent of full-time college students binge drink and/or abuse prescription and illegal drugs, 22.9 percent of full-time college students meet the medical criteria for substance abuse and dependence. The study also reports that these numbers have not significantly changed in the last twelve years.

Learn more about binge drinking and other types of teen drug use at DrugRehabTreatment.com.

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The common assumption with teens that are smoking or using alcohol or drugs is that the parents don't know what's going on. But a recent study has found that, in fact, nearly 3/4 of parents do know what their teens are doing.

"For a six-month reporting period, 82 percent of parents accurately evaluated the presence of teen cigarette smoking; the parents' reports corresponded with the teens' reports of their own smoking. Eighty-six percent of parents accurately evaluated the presence of teen alcohol use and 86 percent accurately reported the presence of teen marijuana use. However, only 72 percent of the parents in the RIA study accurately reported the presence of illicit drug use (other than marijuana) by teens."

The report sharply contrasts the prevailing belief that teen activity is not monitored or noticed by parents. The study did find, however, that parents were less likely to be aware of the activities of younger teens (14 or 15 years of age), and were also less aware if they were caught up with issues of their own like depression or substance abuse.

Visit ByParents-forParents.com for free parenting tips, advice, and help for parents of troubled teens.

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The debate rages on about whether it's beneficial or detrimental for parents to allow their underage kids to drink in their home. Some believe that allowing kids to drink at home, where their activity can be monitored, helps diminish alcohol's attraction because it's no longer considered "forbidden". But even if that method works (and there's evidence that it doesn't), law enforcement officials want to remind parents that there are still legal implications for providing alcohol to minors.

"...when a parent allows their teen to drink excessively or permits other peoples' teens to drink in their home, it becomes illegal. A parent could be charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor or providing unsafe living conditions,' said Galesburg Police Capt. Lindsey May."

Additionally, in states like Illinois, felony charges could be filed against an adult who allows underage drinking that results in death or serious injury.

Read more about Parental Liability for Underage Drivers at DrugRehabTreatment.com.

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Repeated efforts by various organizations and government agencies have outlined the many dangers of prescription drug abuse. Still, teens continue to ignore the warnings.

"Dr. Alan Barton, a Fort Mojave pediatrician, said in the past year he has seen an increase of young people abusing prescribed drugs such as OxyContin, which he said physicians falsely tout as less addictive. Barton said he has four female patients addicted to Soma, a pain reliever. His youngest patient is a 13-year-old who uses cough medicine and marijuana."

Parents, school administrators, doctors and nurses need to continue issuing warnings about prescription drug use. Parents should make sure their own medications are stored in a place that is inaccessible to their kids or their kids' friends.

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A new study by Health Canada concludes that parents tolerate drinking older teens but worry if their children start drinking before they are fifteen years old.

"A key transition point" occurs when young people enter high school, according to the authors of the study, which involved focus groups of teens and their parents in Winnipeg, Halifax, Montreal, Quebec and British Columbia.

The Health Canada report indicates that parents of older teens believe drinking is an acceptable part of their children's lives. A small number of parents buy alcohol and host drinking parties in their homes for their teenagers.

A good residential treatment center like SunHawk Academy can help with teen substance abuse.

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In response to its recent findings in its annual Partnership Attitude Tracking Study (PATS), Partnership for a Drug-free America has launched the Time to Talk ™ Campaign and web site. Both are intended to equip, empower, and encourage parents in their efforts discuss the dangers of drug and alcohol use with their teens.

TimeToTalk.org offers parents manageable resources to help them feel empowered to speak with their kids about living healthy lives and to motivate constant communication among family members. The new web resource not only helps parents start the conversation, but encourages them to sustain it over time by providing easy-to-use tools, tips, information and support to help parents feel much more at ease.

Studies have shown that kids who learn about the risks of drugs and alcohol are 50 percent less like to experiment with substance use. Read more at MedicalNewsToday.com.

Teen-Help-Directory.com offers information about teen drug and alcohol abuse. Learn more today.

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Ashley Stanley doesn't blame her drug addiction on the fact that she was raised in a high-pressure suburban environment. Nor does she blame the loss of her childhood dream of being a soccer star. She says the reasons for her addiction are much more complex.

"But Ken and Caren readily admit they didn't want to see what was going wrong with their daughter as she struggled toward adulthood. Back then, the signs of trouble were too easy to rationalize, said the Stanleys."

The signs became impossible to ignore when Ashley, on a visit home from New York, broke down and told her father 'I need help.' She's been to rehab twice, admitting that she wasn't really ready to recover the first time. The second time, she agreed to on-going treatment and has since begun speaking publicly about her treatment, in an effort to raise awareness. Read more at MentalHopeNews.blogspot.com.

Learn more about the signs of teenage drug addiction and abuse at Adolescent-Substance-Abuse.com.

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Those aren't words any parent wants to hear, but are exactly the words that a Michigan wife spoke to her husband about their teenage son. What followed were years of struggle; their son in and out of rehab, arrested, failing drug tests, and refusing to get the help he needed.

"My son became a liar and a con artist. That may seem redundant, but they are different. He conned the staff at the first in-patient rehab into believing he was road ready after only a week of treatment. Despite our protests, my wife and I had no say in the matter... He would tell us later he was thinking of using every minute he was there."

Today, their son is in his sixth rehab facility - this time it's a long-term inpatient facility that was mandated by the court. The father's advice is simple; don't believe it can't happen to your family. They didn't believe it could happen to theirs. Read more at Freep.com.

Not sure what to look for in an adolescent residential drug treatment center? Or what to expect? Learn more in the article "What Parents can Expect While Their Teen is in Residential Treatment" at DrugRehabTreatment.com.

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The Rockingham Coalition for Youth is working with the New Hampshire State Liquor Commission to warn parents and teens about the dangers of underage drinking. Presentations and drunk driving simulations have been used to show the dangers, but alternatives have been offered as well.

"[Lt. James] Wilson said with prom and graduation season now beginning it would be worthwhile to consider hosting chemical-free parties for youth to attend instead of leaving them to their own devices."

It's estimated that 65% or more of teens who drink get the alcohol from adults. And though some parents think that, since teens are going to drink anyway, it's better to offer them a controlled environment, experts warn that people who start drinking at a young age are much more likely to become addicted. Read more at SeacoastOnline.com.

Learn more about adolescent substance abuse and ways to help teens struggling with drug abuse at DrugRehabTreatment.com.

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When you talk about teen substance abuse, most people think of marijuana, cocaine, or even heroine. But alcohol is as common among teens as any other drug - maybe more - but it's often overlooked. Some don't think that underage drinking is a "big deal".

"Alcohol is a leading contributor to traffic fatalities, homicides, suicides, and all other accidents among people ages 15-24... Recent research tells us that alcohol consumption by young people damages the developing brain and contributes to the onset of adult drinking problems."

Surprisingly, some parents allow their children to drink at home, thinking it's safer to offer them a controlled environment where they can teach their kids to drink responsibly. Unfortunately, this approach more often increases the likelihood of dangerous behavior. Read more online.

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Most teenagers get their first alcoholic drink from their mother or father, according to a new study by the University of Florida and the University of Minnesota.

Researchers surveyed 4000 children ages 12 to 14 years old in Chicago between the years 2002 and 2005. About 17% of the 12-year-olds had consumed a full glass of alcoholic beverage within the past year  and a third reported that their parents had given them their drinks.

Author Kelli Komro said that the researchers suspected that teens first discover beer or hard liquor with friends, but that assumption proved false.

"It's important to educate parents about the consequences of the early onset of drinking, and to prevent them from being a source of alcohol for their children," she said.

This study appears in the April issue of Preventive Medicine.

If you, your teen, or someone you know is struggling with teen alcohol or drug abuse, there are lots of great resources online. Learn about teen alcohol drug abuse at drugrehabtreatment.com and ways for parents to help their teen with drug and alcohol abuse at byparents-forparents.com.

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In recent years, drug testing has become an increasingly popular way for parents to find out if their kids are using drugs. However, Sharon Levy, an assistant profession at Harvard Medical School, says the test can be inaccurate.

"In 2001, her group started researching the reliability of these tests. In their most recent study, published in the April issue of Pediatrics, 12 percent of the teenagers in their [substance abuse] program who took tests for drugs such as marijuana, amphetamines, cocaine, benzodiazepines, and opiates had an initial false result."

Diluted samples are the most common cause for an inaccurate drug test. It seems to be a well-known fact that drinking lots of water before a drug test dilutes the sample enough to affect the test results. Some tests also come back with a false positive result, because the person is taking over-the-counter or prescribed medication. Read more at USNews.com.

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A recent study in Australia revealed that many of the high school students who tried alcohol got it from their parents. Of the students who said they had recently consumed alcohol, 37 percent said their parents provided the drink.

"Dr. Delyse Hutchinson, from the National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre, says the figures are a concern, because research shows those who drink early are more likely to develop problems with alcohol later in life."

Some proponents say it's good to introduce alcohol to kids early, to reduce or remove the stigma of drinking - as is done in many European countries. But Dr. Hutchinson warns that the positive effects are largely overstated, and many of those countries have higher rates of alcohol abuse that we realize. Read more at ABC.net.au.

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Sober College, a private institution in South Carolina, has released a handbook that gives parents signs to watch for which indicate their child may be abusing drugs. The handbook also shares treatment solutions.

"'Everyday I am asked by parents if there is a way to really tell if their child is using and abusing drugs. The answer is a definitive YES!'"

Sober College released the handbook at a 'Bridging the Gap' meeting at Agoura High School. Read more online.

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St. Clair County, Michigan has launched a campaign aimed at adults who provide alcohol to teenagers. While teens may like the idea of having the “cool parent” who hosts parties and lets kids drink, that parent could end up in jail. A new ad campaign sends a warning.

Billboards have been seen throughout the county, with [Sheriff Tim] Donnellon and [Prosecutor Mike] Wendling photographed standing in front of the bars of the old county jail, with this caption: "Provide alcohol to minors and the party stops here."[Source: The Times Herald (MI)]

Studies have shown that the younger a child is when he starts drinking, the more likely he will become an alcoholic. In addition, the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism states that about 5,000 minors die every year as a result of underage drinking. Some overdose, other are killed in car and other accidents.

 

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A survey of parents and teenagers in Maine found that parents underestimate how much and how often their children engage in adolescent and teen alcohol abuse.

• Only 26% of parents believe their high school son or daughter has ever had more than a sip of alcoho
• Less than 2% believe their child has ever been drunk.
• However, 65% of teenagers said they had consumed at least one full alcoholic drink.
• More than 20% said they had drank more than five drinks in a row during one sitting.

The study is from the Maine Office of Substance Abuse within the State's Department of Health and Human Resources.
 

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