How Do You Deter Teenagers From Drinking And Driving?
Every parent’s worst nightmare is the worry of their teenager drinking and driving. Many teens think they are invincible and have the “not me” attitude. We, as parents, have to impress upon our teenagers the grave dangers of drunk driving. Teenagers need to know the reality of alcohol related deaths and injuries. There are some things parents can do to deter teenage drinking and driving. Deterring teenagers needs to begin when they are preteens. Starting around the age of 12 or 13, cut out newspaper articles regarding drunk driving accidents. Read the articles with them. Discuss the choices a person could have made instead of getting behind the wheel drunk. About 6 months before your teenager gets his/her license make them volunteer at a local ambulance squad. Your teenager will see firsthand the dangers of drinking and driving. Your teenager will put a real person in the picture, rather than a nameless face. Before your teenager gets their license, call a local towing company and ask
