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How do you respond to a teen drinking?
Address issues calmly and directly
- Communicate clear expectations. Be clear and direct.
- Discuss, and agree upon, consequences.
- Help your child understand the legal implications.
- Explain why drinking is very different for a teenager than for an adult.
- Keep an eye on how your child is coping.
Will the doctor tell my parents I drink?
A: No, your doctor will not share this information with your parents unless there are serious concerns about your safety, such as if you were feeling so sad that you were thinking of hurting yourself. Your doctor may be able to help you decide if and how to tell others.
Would you let your 15 year old drink?
Children and young people are advised not to drink alcohol before the age of 18. Alcohol use during the teenage years is related to a wide range of health and social problems. However, if children do drink alcohol underage, it should not be until they are at least 15.
How do you teach a teenager to drink?
Appeal to self-respect. Let your teens know that they have too much going for them to take risks and allow alcohol to interfere with their lives. If you believe they’re already drinking, or very tempted, point out the possibility of getting into embarrassing situations.
How do I talk to my doctor about drinking?
Ask you more questions about your drinking habits. They may also want to speak with members of your family. Do a physical exam and take a detailed medical history. Use lab and imaging tests to see if your drinking has caused organ damage.
What should I do if I suspect my teen is drinking?
Seeking help for underage drinking. If you suspect that your teen has been drinking, talk to him or her. Enforce the consequences you’ve established. If you think your teen might have a drinking problem, contact your teen’s doctor or a counselor or other health care provider who specializes in alcohol problems.
What can you do to prevent underage drinking?
Other ways to prevent underage drinking. Describe the rules you follow, such as not drinking and driving. Don’t serve alcohol to anyone who’s underage. Encourage healthy friendships. If your teen’s friends drink, your teen is more likely to drink, too. Get to know your teen’s friends and their parents.
Why do doctors ask about drinking on a medical questionnaire?
Doctors ask about drinking because the answers might actually be important; let your physician find you the right kind of medical care by being honest about how much alcohol you consume. And if you’re not totally OK discussing it verbally, just jot it down on the questionnaire.
How can I talk to my daughter about alcohol?
1 Ask your teen’s views. Find out what your teen thinks about alcohol. 2 Debunk myths. Teens often think that drinking makes them popular or happy. 3 Discuss reasons not to drink. Explain the risks of teen drinking, and appeal to your teen’s self-respect. 4 Plan ways to handle peer pressure. 5 Be prepared for questions.