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| How
can you tell if a friend has a drinking problem? |
Sometimes it's tough to tell. But there are signs you can
look for. If your friend has one or more of the following
warning signs, he or she may have a problem with alcohol:
• Getting drunk on a regular basis
• Lying about how much alcohol he or she is using
• Believing that alcohol is necessary to have fun
• Having frequent hangovers
• Feeling run-down, depressed, or even suicidal
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Having "blackouts"--forgetting what he or she
did while drinking
What can you do to help someone who has a drinking problem?
Be a real friend. You might even save a life. Encourage
your friend to stop or seek professional help. |
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| How
to Talk to Your Parents about Drinking |
 Talking
with your parents about underage drinking can be challenging. This exercise will prepare you to speak openly to your
mom or dad about underage drinking and will help you
to anticipate what your parent’s reaction might
be. Be as realistic as possible.
> Write down what you would think, say, and feel while having a conversation
about
underage drinking with your parent.
> Now write down what you imagine your mom or dad is going to think, say and
feel.
> Share your answers with your parent. |
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Things
to do with your friends instead of drinking
Get involved in sports either as a participant or by going
to a game as a spectator.
Go shopping with your friends and learn more about what they
like, their style and tastes.
Enjoy a movie either in a theater or invite friends over
to watch a movie at home.
Visit a local park or recreational complex and exercise together.
Attend a theatrical performance at a local school or community
theater.
Explore your creativity and invite friends over to cook,
draw, paint or enjoy music together.
Click here for more great ideas!
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