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Alcohol Awareness Month: 6 Tips Everyone can use
- Talk with your kids. Getting the word across to your kids or teenagers about alcohol usage is very important. Many parents don't realize what their kids do after school, at a friend's house, or at a party. Teen peer pressure is one of the top reasons why kids start to drink.
- Avoid alcohol whenever possible at parties. Have fun with mock drinks or sparkling cider. If alcohol is on the drink list, have a system of taking away vehicle keys as they step in the door. Never let a drunk, even tipsy, person drive, even if they promise they're okay. If it's necessary, call a taxi or cab and have them pick their car up in the morning.
- Get employees to double check age. Depending upon the law of the country or state, a business or owner may be fined if the purchase of alcohol is sold to a minor. Bouncers, cashiers, and bartenders should double check and verify the actual birth date along with the current photo on the I.D.
- Know the effects of alcohol and pregnancy. The two items should never be mixed together. Fetal disorders may include low birth weight, prematurity, birth defects, and even death (miscarriage). Having a glass of wine is not a substitute or an excuse for "needing some". Even the amount of caffeine taken should be monitored and in moderation.
- Convince loved ones to seek advice. Go with them to an AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) group session. Anything that is said within that room, stays in that room. Anyone can remain anonymous; as the share of names is fully optional. Group sessions make people feel more comfortable because no one is alone in the world, they understand that there is another person dealing with the issue, and they can find ways and suggestions to help one another.
- Teach and educate in school. Teachers and other guidance counselors can educate teenagers in school about alcohol abuse and the effects on it. Because this observance is for a month, create projects, essays, or lesson plans about it. Copy brochures and other flyers relating to the daily lesson plan.
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