1 in 3 young people aged 12-20 reported drinking alcohol
Alcohol is the most widely used substance among teens and young adults, and it poses substantial health and safety risks. Although young people tend to drink less often than adults do, when they do drink, they frequently drink more or more intensely compared to the average adult.
Alcohol Talk Kit
In this guide, we break down the risks of youth drinking, why it appeals to youth and what you can do to protect your child from its harms.
Underage Drinking Links
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National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
The mission of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism is to generate and disseminate fundamental knowledge about the effects of alcohol on health and well-being, and apply that knowledge to improve diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of alcohol-related problems, including alcohol use disorder, across the lifespan.
CDC: Underage Drinking
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Talk. They Hear You. (SAMHSA)
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.
Frequent Questions and Misconceptions About Underage Drinking
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