Talk to kids
Jay Wilson, Corporate Social Responsibility Coordinator Mussatto Bros.
Saturday, August 22, 2009
THE SCHOOL YEAR brings new classes, activities and often new social opportunities that may include peer pressure to experiment with underage drinking. Though resistance can be difficult for teens, as a parent, your involvement has a significant impact on your child’s decisions. According to the 2008GfK Roper Youth Report, 74 percent of 8- to 17-year old (children) cite their parents as the number one influence on whether they drink alcohol.
That’s why Mussatto Bros., Inc., offers “Family Talk About Drinking,” a free guide designed to encourage open and honest communication between parents and children to help prevent underage drinking.
Strong educational programs such as these, paired with effective law enforcement, are essential to make progress in the fight against underage drinking and teen drunk driving. According to the Partnership for a Drug-Free America, all measures of teen alcohol use have declined since 1998. Here in Kansas, 82 percent of 12- to 17-year old (children) do NOT drink, according to the 2007 National Survey on Drug Use and Health.
We must continue to guide and influence youth to ensure the progress persists. For a free parent guide, go to www.familytalkonline.com.
Jay Wilson
Corporate Social Responsibility Coordinator
Mussatto Bros.