Q) How can teens abuse to alcohol and drugs be prevented?

A) Efforts to prevent teen substance abuse should begin early in a child’s life with drug education, encouragement of healthy behaviors, and good family communication. Teens are more likely to use alcohol or drugs if their parent does; parental attitudes towards substance use also influence teen behavior. Having positive self-esteem, supportive family relationships, positive role models, learning communication and problem-solving skills help teens gain confidence to make good choices.