ALCOHOL AND CHILDREN
Drinking alcohol (wine coolers, beer and liquor) during childhood or the teen years can prevent them from learning and growing normally.
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Alcohol kills brain cells, damages the liver, and changes the heartbeat and blood pressure. It is also against the law for children to drink! |
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Signs of Drinking The child: |
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1. Cannot think or study clearly. |
2. Loses sense of balance.
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3. Becomes moody. |
4. Acts differently to family and friends.
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How to help your child say "No" to alcohol:
1. Be an example. 2. Talk to your children about their feelings on drinking. Say, "What would you do if someone offered you a beer?" |
3. Remind your child, drinking alcohol is against the law. |
4. Give your child activities and duties such as playing ball, helping in the
house or hobbies.
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5. Meet your child's friends. 6. Get help and advice from your clinic. |