Rodney Poole

Even if your parents have already discussed the dangers of underage drinking with you, it can be helpful to remind them that you are always open to having conversations about it. Having lots of small conversations can go a long way!
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Aún si tus padres ya han hablado contigo sobre los peligros del consumo del alcohol entre menores de edad, puede ser útil recordarles que siempre estás abierto a tener conversaciones al respecto. ¡Tener muchas conversaciones cortas puede ser de gran ayuda!
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Having a conversation with your parents or guardians about underage drinking doesn’t have to be uncomfortable. By opening up and talking to your parents you’re building their trust.
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Mantener una conversación con tus padres sobre el consumo de alcohol no tiene por qué ser incómodo. Al ser honesto y hablar con ellos, estarás construyendo lazos de confianza con ellos.
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Teens are under a lot of pressure, especially when it comes to underage drinking. As a friend, it's important to know the signs so you can talk to your peers about making healthy choices. Get the resources you need to help Start the Conversation and prevent underage drinking today.
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Los adolescentes están bajo mucha presión, sobre todo cuando se trata del consumo de alcohol por menores de edad. Como amigo, es importante saber las señales para que pueda hablar con tus compañeros sobre cómo tomar decisiones saludables. Obtén los recursos que necesitas para ayudarte iniciar la conversación y evitar el consumo de alcohol entre menores de edad hoy.​
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Understanding mental health and underage drinking go hand-in-hand all the time, not just during !

In this interview, Talk it Out NC Ambassador, Dr. Wanda Boone, talks about how her non-profit organization, Together for Resilient Youth - TRY, strives to help young people who may be suffering from trauma and adverse experiences.

We encourage you to work with your children at home to and Start the Conversation about the dangers of underage drinking! https://bit.ly/44xI2un

Be a role model for the tweens and teens in your life!​

Learn about the dangers of underage drinking, then share your knowledge with your family and friends.
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Sé un modelo de conducta para los adolescentes en tu vida. Aprende sobre los peligros de tomar alcohol entre menores de edad y comparte tus conocimientos con tus familiares y amigos.
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Did you know the human brain doesn't fully mature until about age 25? That means alcohol misuse has negative effects on brain development! Start the Conversation and learn more about the effects of alcohol misuse today!
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¿Sabías que el cerebro humano no es totalmente maduro hasta que tiene 25 años? Eso significa que el abuso del alcohol tiene efectos negativos en el desarrollo del cerebro. ¡Inicia la conversación y aprende más sobre las consequencias del abuso del alcohol hoy!
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Alcohol Awareness Month may be coming to an end, but it's important for you to Take Charge of Your Choices all year!

Make a plan with your parents so if you're out with friends who start drinking alcohol, you can call your parents to pick you up. https://bit.ly/3yGcp2J

It's Global Pay It Forward Day, a chance to pay back the kindness you've received in the past by doing something nice for someone else!

Here's an idea: Talk to friends or family about the dangers of underage drinking. https://bit.ly/403CdT1

Tired of doing the same old thing with your friends? Now that the weather has warmed up, it's the perfect time to get outside.

Check out our list of fun activities that don't involve underage drinking! https://bit.ly/3DfPJcF

Things to Do Instead of Drinking: 8 Fun, Sober Activities for Teens - Talk It Out Looking for fun things to do with friends that don't involve alcohol? Check out our ultimate list of Things to do Instead of Drinking to plan the best night ever.

It's Alcohol Awareness Month, which means it's time to brush up on our knowledge and do our part to prevent underage drinking. Young people are especially vulnerable to the physical, mental, and social risks of drinking alcohol.

That's why it's important to educate ourselves, spread awareness, and take proactive steps to discourage the dangers of underage drinking. Take Charge of Your Choices!

Only 33% of children get daily physical activity, and about 15 million have a mental, emotional, or behavioral health issue. Every Kid Healthy Week stresses the importance of good physical and mental health as part of the learning process.

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Happy Earth Day from Talk it Out NC! Celebrate by getting outside and enjoying nature.