"Everyone is Doing It" is a common misconception when it comes to underage drinking. Truth is the vast majority of high schoolers are choosing to steer clear of alcohol.
According to the 2024 Florida Youth Substance Abuse Survey, only 1 in 6 High Schoolers surveyed drank alcohol in the past 30 days. And the news is just as positive here in our community where statistics collected among 6-12 grade students in Polk County show that 90% DO NOT USE ALCOHOL (FYSAS 2024). Once young people realize that avoiding alcohol is the norm, research suggests it becomes a natural and often more attractive option.
InnerAct Alliance and our prevention partners at Informed Families remind parents that the #1 reason kids give for choosing not to drink is parent disapproval. Let's keep supporting healthy choices and reminding our youth that saying no is more common than they think!
Support local prevention efforts by inviting a representative from InnerAct Alliance to share a free educational program with your school, PTA group, community organization, or business. Call us at (863) 802-0777 and visit https://www.inneractalliance.org/
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