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Adults
over the age of 21, including a substantial
number of parents
and guardians, are contributing to the underage drinking phenomenon by
supplying free alcohol to young people.
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The South Bay Coalition
Originally
established in 1987 out of a growing concern
about alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use by youth in the South Bay.
The Coalition membership is comprised of representatives from schools,
community based organizations, churches, parents, youth, civic
organizations, law enforcement, city councils, and business and
industry.
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Meetings
are held on the 3rd Weds of each month
at 8:30am at
Thelma
McMillen Center
3333
Skypark Drive
2nd floor
Torrance, CA 90505
To be
included in our email updates - please contact us at: events@sbcoalition.com
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Parents
are the most
powerful influence on their kids
when it comes to drug use.
Here
are five tips to help keep teens safe,
healthy, and drug-free:
1. Communicate: Keep
communication channels open
with your teen.
2. Be Firm in Setting Rules and
Consequences: Clearly
state
to your teens that alcohol and other drugs are not acceptable and that
you would be disappointed if they started drinking or using drugs.
3. Check in: Ask
your teen about their plans, activities, and
whereabouts.
4. Be Engaged: Get
involved with your teen’s school and
activities.
5. Be Observant: Monitor
changes in your teen’s physical
appearance, attitudes and behaviors
or other warning signs like new
friends or poor grades.
