Parents’ opinions matter!
This TV spot encourages parents to share their strong disapproval of underage drinking to help protect kids’ developing brains.
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Your influence is powerful
That’s the great news! Utah kids report the number one reason they choose not to drink is their parents’ strong disapproval.3
Why prevent underage drinking?
Because it protects a child’s future. Alcohol affects a young, still developing brain very differently than an adult’s brain, impairing proper development and increasing risks of addiction, depression, suicide, injury, violence, academic problems and more.4
Learn the HarmsHow can I help prevent my kid from drinking underage?
Here are some suggestions that can help keep your child alcohol-free. Spend fun time together, set clear “no alcohol” rules and stay involved in your kid’s life.
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The “hippocampus” is the part of the brain responsible for learning and memory. We know that kids who begin drinking at an earlier age have consistently smaller hippocampi compared to those who began drinking later. Learn more: parentsempowered.org/why/healthy-brains/
It’s never too early to start talking with your kids about underage drinking. In fact some kids begin drinking as early as 11 years old. Having an open dialogue and bringing light to the negative effects of drinking before 21 can prevent your kids from doing so.
Cooking can be a fun activity for you and your kids to do together. Spending quality time can make kids feel closer to their parents and kids who feel close to their parents are less likely to engage in underage drinking.
Check out some easy lunch ideas here: www.tasteofhome.com/collection/school-lunch-ideas-for-teens/
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These cool school lunch ideas will keep teens full and focused all afternoon.A child’s healthy brain is the key to their future. It determines who they are, impacting their ability to reach their full potential. Underage drinking can change how brains develop, impairing memory, learning and good judgment. Learn more: parentsempowered.org/why/healthy-brains
Students from Wendover High School shared their hopes and dreams for their futures in this new "healthy brain" themed art. The key to a bright future is protecting your brain by keeping it alcohol-free. A special thank you goes to all who worked on this partnership!
Spending time with your kids encourages a safe environment for them to come to you for help, which can prevent underage drinking. Even with summer coming to an end, there’s still time to enjoy a few family activities here in beautiful Utah.
The activity you see first is your next family adventure. Which one did you spot? Find more family fun: coupons4utah.com/99-things-to-do-in-utah-in-the-summer/
Sources
1 Utah Student Health and Risk Prevention [SHARP] Survey, 2019.
2 https://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/136/3/e718
3 Utah Student Health and Risk Prevention [SHARP] Survey, 2019.
4 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK37591/