Parents Think Social Pressures Are Main Concern of Teens While Their Teens Say They Are More Concerned with Alcohol, Tobacco, an

This one-page overview contrasts parents’ and teenagers’ opinions about what social dynamics most affect teenage life. The research presented shows that teenagers are more concerned with alcohol and other drug use, rather than social pressure as their parents believe. This reinforces the need for parents need to have ongoing conversations with their teenagers about alcohol and other drugs.