This spring Larchmont Mamaroneck RADAR is focusing its public awareness efforts on the problem of underage drinking. The new campaign addresses parents and empowers them to take a stand against alcohol use by teens. The theme of the campaign, “Be a Parent, Not a Friend,” was developed to reassure parents that the role they play in the health, safety and development of their teenage children is critical. “We parents tend to think that peers are the primary influence on the choices our teens make,” says Janet Buchbinder, president of Larchmont-Mamaroneck RADAR. “But all the research shows that parents are the most influential factor in a teenager’s life. “

Join us for our Community Kick-off Event:
Parenting and Prevention Expert Mike Nerney will discuss:
“Why teens shouldn’t drink, and how parents can make a difference.”
Tuesday, April 17th 7:30 pm Hommocks Auditorium

To support parents in their effort to understand and reduce alcohol use by teens, we collected some of the most common questions we hear from parents…and then polled our prevention experts for answers.  Check back regularly for new questions and answers.

Which kind of parent are you?
Parents' attitudes about underage drinking can make a big difference in whether teens drink or not.   
To see which kind of parent you are, read here.