How to talk to your child about the dangers of alcohol

The earlier you talk to your child about the harm alcohol, all the better. Don't wait until your child reaches adolescence to talk about this topic.

1. Talk about the dangers of alcohol as early as possible

This may be the case when you read on the news how teenagers were affected by alcohol, or whatever. Even if your child is a first grader, it is worth discussing the harmful effects of alcoholic beverages with him.

2. Answer the child's questions

The child will ask why adults can drink alcohol, but children cannot. Tell us how it is. That the child will drown, there will be a headache, he will feel very badly. It works in a similar way for adults, but they need to drink more for these negative effects. And they know how to control the dose. And try not to drink when

3. Set clear expectations

“When you become an adult, you will be able to decide for yourself whether or not you drink alcoholic beverages. But now I have to take care of you. It is against the law to drink alcohol. Besides, it is dangerous for you. I want you to take care of your safety and to have a better life now and in the future. "

4. Tell your child the facts before they need them

A teenager might say, “Many of my peers have already tried alcohol. Why should I wait until I grow up? " What to say in response? It is illegal. Parents can be jailed for drinking alcohol. The child will feel unwell, vomit, addiction, heart health and brain function deteriorate.

5. Stay open to communication

Do not scold the child for drinking alcohol (he will probably regret it himself), wait until the conversation itself comes to the moment of sounding morality.

6. Teach your child, don't try to control

Teach your child to react correctly if he himself became ill with alcohol or someone nearby. Explain that adults who drink a lot lose many opportunities and health. That you can't ride in a car with a drunk driver, you can't drink for a company if you don't feel like it.

7. Come up with strategies for dealing with different situations with your child

Most teen parties are drunk. It is better to discuss in advance with the child what he will do, how much to drink or how to refuse to drink if he is under pressure. And at what point is it time to go home.

8. Set an example of a healthy lifestyle

If a child regularly sees his parents drinking alcohol, then there will be little chance of protecting him from the same behavior.

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