Understand the Power of M.A.L.T. (English)

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prise you that the National Institute on Drug Abuse has defined
low-risk alcohol consumption as having no more than 3 drinks
on any day AND no more than 7 drinks per week for women
and no more than 4 drinks on any day AND no more than 14
drinks per week for men
Offer plenty of non-alcoholic beverages at parties; if every party you host has alcohol - kids will begin to think that they also
need alcohol for a party
If you are using prescription drugs, talk to your kids about why
you are taking them and follow your doctor's prescription
If you use tobacco, explain that you are trying or want to quit;
talk about the addictive properties of nicotine to help your child
understand how difficult addiction can be
Providing alcohol to minors is illegal! And, in Steamboat
Springs, so is hosting a party for underage drinkers; knowingly
providing a place for underage drinking to occur could cost you
$500 or more under the Social Host Ordinance
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+ Never drive impaired by alcohol, marijuana, or other drugs
+ Drink responsibly and within recommended limits; it may sur-
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The Search Institute has created the 40 Developmental Assets
model, which helps us see which positive influences a child
needs in their life to grow up "healthy, caring and responsible". The more assets or protective factors in a child's life, the
less likely they are to get involved in risky behaviors, such as underage drinking, tobacco, marijuana, or other drug use. A few of
the 40 Developmental Assets are listed on the back, and a full list
can be downloaded at www.search-institute.org.
+ Positive Family Communication
+ Positive Adult Role Models/Mentors
+ Service to Others (1 or more hours per week)
+ Youth Programs (3 or more hours per week)
+ Bonding and Attachment to School
+ Connection with Faith-Based Community
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+ Monitor or secure alcohol, tobacco, marijuana and prescrip-
tion drugs if you have them in your home
+ Keep in a locked cabinet or,
+ Keep a count of bottles and amounts
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+ Start talking about the effects and consequences of alco-
hol, tobacco, marijuana and other drugs early, around 4th
and 5th grade
Talk often; we recommend having discussions 4-5 times
per year
Set clear expectations, rules and consequences related to
alcohol, tobacco, marijuana and other drugs; if rules are
broken, stick to consequences
Let your child know that you care most about their safety,
and if they do get into a bad situation, they should always
feel comfortable to call home
Visit www.speaknowcolorado.org for new ways to connect
with your teens!
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Also, watch for changes in behavior (mood swings, loss of
appetite, lack of engagement) and new groups of friends - as
these may be signs that your child is using alcohol, tobacco,
marijuana or other drugs. It can be hard to tell the difference
between this behavior and "normal" teenage behavior, so try
inviting your child to talk openly and honestly with you. Let
them know that you are concerned for their health and safety,
and offer to address issues and the seek help, if needed.
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