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Back to school: 5 trends to know about alcohol and drugs
As you get ready for back to school, remember that with a new year comes new chances for your child to get exposed to alcohol and drugs. As a parent, the best way to prepare yourself for potential questions and conversations is to equip yourself with the latest knowledge. Here are 5 of the most recent findings about underage drinking and drugs: About 1 in 6 teenagers drink alcohol before the age of 13, and roughly the same number of high school kids has binged on alcohol, according to the latest biannual Youth Risk Behavior Survey by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Kids ages 11 to 14 typically see two to four alcohol ads per day, according to a study … read more