Talk It Out NC Announces Sponsorship with the North Carolina Football Club...
Partnership helps spread awareness of the dangers of underage drinking RALEIGH, N.C. – (May 31, 2023) – Talk it Out NC, the North Carolina initiative to prevent underage drinking, is excited to...
View ArticleTalk it Out NC Announces Results of ‘2023 State of Underage Drinking’
Survey reveals teens getting the message when parents talk about the dangers of underage drinking — but parents aren’t talking often enough. RALEIGH, N.C. – (August 8, 2023) – Talk it Out NC, North...
View ArticleThe 2023 State of Underage Drinking in North Carolina: What Students &...
Across the country, underage drinking remains an issue. The 2021 National Survey on Drug Use and Health shows that alcohol is the most used substance among adolescents, and “people ages 12 to 20 drink...
View ArticleStudents Reflect on Their Substance Misuse Journeys During National Recovery...
September is National Recovery Month. During this time, we celebrate the progress of those in recovery from substance use disorders (SUD), promote evidence-based treatments for SUD, and acknowledge...
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5 Reasons Not to Drink Alcohol in High School
You’ve probably heard this message from your parents, teachers, or coaches: underage drinking is a bad idea. We’re glad they’re talking, and we hope you’re listening, because it’s worth your time....
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In the News –‘2023 State of Underage Drinking’ Survey
In the News: Talk it Out NC Shares Results of ‘2023 State of Underage Drinking’ Survey In 2023, Talk it Out NC conducted a survey of more than 800 parents, as well as students ages 11 to 18, to...
View ArticleHow to Stay Sober in College: 6 Tips for Tricky Situations
Heading to college can feel like a breath of fresh air and freedom. It’s a new beginning with so much possibility. However, the enthusiasm of heading off to campus and living your best life can...
View ArticleHow to Talk with Your Teen About Underage Drinking: Teenage Drinking...
As your child becomes an adolescent, your role as a parent shifts and brings the opportunity to develop a deeper bond based on mutual respect and understanding. And while they no longer need to hold...
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How To Stop Binge Drinking In Teens Before It’s Too Late
Although many movies, TV shows, and social media posts seem to suggest that teenagers drink alcohol on a regular basis, the truth is underage drinking has been declining steadily for more than a...
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National Impaired Driving Prevention Month: Alternatives to Drinking Alcohol...
For most teenagers, December is a wonderful time of year. You get a long break from school and have lots of opportunities to celebrate with family and friends. Sadly, when those celebrations include...
View ArticleTalk it Out NC Encourages Safety During Impaired Driving Prevention Month
Statewide Initiative Emphasizes How North Carolina Families Can Stay Safe During the Holidays RALEIGH, N.C. – (December 1, 2023) – The holidays should be a happy time spent with loved ones, but...
View ArticleHelp for Teenage Alcohol Abuse or Misuse Is Available. Here’s Where to Start.
As a concerned friend, teammate, teacher, coach, or loved one, if you or someone you know needs help for teenage alcohol abuse or misuse, you’re smart to be searching for answers because it can...
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6 Refusal Skills for Teens: How to Say NO Without Saying No
Parents spend hours teaching their children how to drive, helping them with homework, and shuttling them to sports practices. As teens gain more independence, parents need to add another item to...
View ArticleRules for Teens: Setting Boundaries for Teenagers
It’s natural for teens to test your patience and push boundaries as they start craving independence and questioning authority. As child-rearing strategies shift during the teen years, sitting down as...
View ArticleWhy is Alcohol Addictive for Teens?
Teens and tweens may think underage drinking is “no big deal.” According to a recent survey from The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 23% of high schoolers admitted they currently drank...
View ArticleTeenage Empowerment: 6 Tips for Raising Confident, Responsible Teens
Teenage empowerment is the No. 1 way to raise confident teens who can resist the pressure to engage in unsafe behavior like underage drinking — but what does it take? Here are six ways to empower...
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Talk it Out NC Encourages Safe Driving and Underage Drinking Prevention...
December is a deadly month for drivers of any age. Since the 1980s, December has been recognized as a time to encourage personal responsibility and safe, sober driving — especially around Christmas and...
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Adderall and Alcohol: The Dangers for ADHD Teens & Their Friends
Adderall, a medication prescribed to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a widely misused drug on college campuses, and it can have dangerous consequences. Learn the facts so...
View ArticleHow to Tell Your Parents You Drink
Are you concerned underage drinking has become an unhealthy habit? As a teenager, you may not know how to talk to your parents about drinking alcohol, especially if you think you’re becoming addicted...
View ArticleAre Gifted Teenagers at Greater Risk of Teenage Alcohol Abuse or Misuse?
Parenting is a challenging journey — one that can become even more interesting when you’re raising a gifted child. Gifted children often possess unique traits and behaviors that require special...
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