Rules for the Road
December is National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention month, an important opportunity to alert parents to new research that shows that teens are just as likely to drive under the influence of marijuana as alcohol.
One of the most anticipated milestones in a teen’s life is obtaining a driver’s license. But with added freedom comes added challenges for parents. Young drivers are already at risk for car crashes due to the combination of driving inexperience and distractions, such as having additional passengers in the car, eating, and talking and texting on cell phones. In fact, traffic crashes are the leading cause of death for 15- to 20-year-olds. And drug and alcohol use compound teens’ crash risks.
Talk to your teen about the dangers of drugged, drunk, and distracted driving:
1. Set clear rules and enforce consequences against any drug or alcohol use at any time.
2. Know where your teen is going and what route he or she is using to get there.
3. Reinforce safe driving practices by driving together and being a good role model.
Has your teen earned the keys to the car?
Take the quiz at Parents - the Anti-Drug Web site
Reprinted from Parents - The Anti-Drug
One of the most anticipated milestones in a teen’s life is obtaining a driver’s license. But with added freedom comes added challenges for parents. Young drivers are already at risk for car crashes due to the combination of driving inexperience and distractions, such as having additional passengers in the car, eating, and talking and texting on cell phones. In fact, traffic crashes are the leading cause of death for 15- to 20-year-olds. And drug and alcohol use compound teens’ crash risks.
Talk to your teen about the dangers of drugged, drunk, and distracted driving:
1. Set clear rules and enforce consequences against any drug or alcohol use at any time.
2. Know where your teen is going and what route he or she is using to get there.
3. Reinforce safe driving practices by driving together and being a good role model.
Has your teen earned the keys to the car?
Take the quiz at Parents - the Anti-Drug Web site
Reprinted from Parents - The Anti-Drug
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