Since alcohol is a drug that slows down the central nervous system, it is extremely important that parents positively influence their children's decisions about alcohol, regardless of their maturity and personality.
It is known that currently more than 80% of teenagers try alcohol up to the age of 14, which should only happen at the age of 18, since there is still an important brain development.
Where does the great motivation of teenagers to try alcohol come from?
Many teenagers associate alcohol with becoming adults. Others to adrenaline associated with risky behavior. Others to combat emotional and psychological problems, social problems in the family and at school.
As a parent, you should encourage your child to try alcohol only at age 18, when they are also old enough to drive and vote, while encouraging your child to have a life filled with leisure, work and rest. .
The rule of dividing the day into 3: 8 hours of work, 8 hours of leisure and 8 hours of rest is valid for the whole family and enhances the feeling of quality of life and emotional balance.
On the other hand, never forget that your children are constantly shaping their behavior, so be responsible for alcohol too.
Author: Marta Pimenta de Brito (Psychologist)
Blog author: https://martapimentadebrito.wordpress.com/
Science in the Regional Press – Ciência Viva
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