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Start Talking Before They Start Drinking
The human brain continues to develop into the early 20s. Because of the way the brain develops—many young people experience very strong emotions before they are able to consciously use sound decision-making skills.

As a result, emotions often override rational thinking—which can contribute to teens making some risky decisions.
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Sources for Driving Towards Disaster

1National Institutes of Health, National Institute on Drug Abuse. Marijuana: Facts Parents Need to Know, August 2007, last referenced December 12, 2007.

2-5Office of National Drug Control Policy. Recent Analysis Shows That One in Six High School Seniors Admitted Driving While High, September 16, 2003, last referenced December 12, 2007.

6,7National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign. Tips Every Parents Should Know To Keep Their Teen Driver Marijuana Free, last referenced December 12, 2007.
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Created on 6/20/07