Catalyst Coalition of Napa County
Mission: To use our community's collaborative strength to address and combat
underage use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs in Napa County
TEENS and ALCOHOL
All Kids Should Be Screened for Alcohol Use, Pediatricians Say
The American Academy of Pediatricians (AAP) has recently released a revised policy report recommending doctors screen all of their young patients for alcohol use, starting in middle school.
According to lead author, Patricia Kokotailo of the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, "A remarkable amount of brain development is still occurring for young people through their 20's. This policy statement provides better evidence about how alcohol affects the brains of young people and why it is important to screen children." (Source: www.jointogether.org, 2010)
As a concerned parent, ask your teen's pediatrician to talk to your child about drugs and alcohol at your next visit. Your action could save lives!
The American Academy of Pediatricians (AAP) has recently released a revised policy report recommending doctors screen all of their young patients for alcohol use, starting in middle school.
According to lead author, Patricia Kokotailo of the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, "A remarkable amount of brain development is still occurring for young people through their 20's. This policy statement provides better evidence about how alcohol affects the brains of young people and why it is important to screen children." (Source: www.jointogether.org, 2010)
As a concerned parent, ask your teen's pediatrician to talk to your child about drugs and alcohol at your next visit. Your action could save lives!
Hand-Out for Parents!
The Catalyst Coalition has recently put together a publication for parents on how to talk with their kids about alcohol. Information includes valuable tips on a range of topics, such as alcohol and health, parties, driving, and more. Appropriate for elementary, middle, and high schoolers. Click on each picture below to access the publication online.
The Catalyst Coalition has recently put together a publication for parents on how to talk with their kids about alcohol. Information includes valuable tips on a range of topics, such as alcohol and health, parties, driving, and more. Appropriate for elementary, middle, and high schoolers. Click on each picture below to access the publication online.
