As a parent you have more influence over your child than you may realise. Evidence shows that meaningful conversations between parents and their kids help the child develop a sensible relationship with alcohol.
Our advice, tips, and facts can help you understand the associated risks of underage drinking, why children may drink and how you can have effective conversations about alcohol.
Find advice and tips on how and why you should talk to your children about drinking and the impact it could have on their health and wellbeing.
Top tips for talking to your child about alcohol.
Your child can adopt a healthier, happier attitude to alcohol the more you talk to them about it
How to answer your child's questions about alcohol
From the physical and mental impact to the legal risks, find out the impact underage drinking can have on a child.
From peer pressure, stress through to coping there are many reasons why underage drinking happens. Understanding why someone may be drinking underage could be a key way of supporting them.
Understanding why your child may drink alcohol can help you influence them to make sensible choices
Get the advice and information you need on teenage drinking and what to do if you are worried about underage drinking.
Read our straightforward guide for advice on having discussions about alcohol and parties with your teenager.
Our guide explains the signs your child may be drinking to cope with difficult situations and advice on what to do.
Strategies to prevent your child drinking alcohol underage
If you are concerned that you or someone you care about has a problem with alcohol there is a lot of help available. Here you can find useful links and phone numbers to get the support you need.
Support services
