One of the risks of teenaged drinking is that judgement related to sex and hooking up becomes impaired. Talking to your kids about sex from a very early age is a great idea. Research shows that when parents talk to kids about their own values, teens listen. Don't give up. Knowing the risks, and what you think makes teens think twice. Teens are ready to hear about risks. They love to hear stories about what can happen. Talk about friends you saw making unwise choices. "True stories" are told and re-told among teen groups. Kids remember what you tell them when you have a story.
The Washington Post On Balance blog offers two sets of tips to consider when talking to kids about sex. Look at the blog and then the first comment. These are great ideas. Remember, the only really wrong way to talk to teens is not to do it all.
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