Explore with your child creative ways that they can say “No, I’ve had enough” or “No thanks, I’m not drinking” and still maintain the respect of their peers.
Talk about the fact that alcohol reduces inhibitions and decreases will power. Some young people regret their first sexual encounter that took place after consuming too much alcohol. Remind daughters that they can say “No”, firmly and mean it! Remind sons that “No” means “No and Stop” it never means “Maybe” or “Yes”.