Adolescent drinking and driving: How to help your teen avoid the risks

Getting behind the wheel of a car, or even in the passenger seat, after drinking alcohol is extremely dangerous–especially for teens. Today’s Parenthetical post directs you to a recent article posted in the New York Times by Dr. Perri Klass titled When Teenagers Drink, Avoiding the Risks From Driving. Dr. Klass discusses the important role parents play in helping their teen make smart decisions when it comes to drinking and driving. Find the article here.