Frequently Asked Questions This article provides the scientific research behind the ParentsEmpowered media campaign and uses research-proven facts to answer questions that are sometimes raised in the media about the real harms of underage drinking. It shows that alcohol does indeed affect a teen developing brain differently than a mature adult brain and can lead to a decreased ability to learn, increased risk of addiction, increased risk of mental health problems, and an increase in anti-social behavior. Parents who provide alcohol to teens or allow their teens to drink are more likely to have children who become binge drinkers. The ParentsEmpowered Workgroup has acted responsibly and professionally in getting this message to the public.
	Conversation Jar Creating a conversation with children is an effective way to prevent underage drinking. The following activity can be downloaded and used during family meals to start conversations with children. Simply click on the image to the left to begin downloading. It prints off best on legal-size paper.
	Prevention Brochure This outstanding parent brochure briefly gives all the information contained on this website, including the alcohol harms and parent skills. It prints off best on legal-size paper. (You may also get a printed copy sent to you by clicking on the Contact Us tab and asking for one to be mailed to you.)
	Spanish Brochure This outstanding parent brochure briefly gives all the information contained on this website, including the alcohol harms and parent skills in Spanish. It prints off best on legal-size paper. (You may also get a printed copy sent to you by clicking on the Contact Us tab and asking for one to be mailed to you.)
	Teaching Tools A great lesson to teach your kids how their brain develops or "wires" during their teen years, and how alcohol can damage that important process. It includes posters and activities. It is in a PDF format and may take a minute or two to download depending on the speed of your internet connection.
	Mind Over Matter This exceptional parental tool briefly covers information concerning underage drinking through a series of songs and messages, including the alcohol harms and parent skills information. You may request a copy sent to you by clicking on the Contact Us tab and asking for one to be mailed.
	Family Guide Family Guide: Keeping Youth Mentally Healthy and Drug Free. A great website with tips on setting rules, talking to your kids, and being a good role model.
	Start Talking Before They Start Important information on the National Government's anti-underage drinking campaign, with great video clips showing ideas and examples parents can use to talk to their children about not drinking.
	Fact Sheet This is the Deseret News/Salt Lake Tribune 12 page fact sheet for Red Ribbon Week on how alcohol affects a teen brain.
	Mothers Against Drunk Driving Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) has excellent brochures for parents on the dangers of underage drinking (click on “Underage Drinking: You can prevent it when they are under your influence”). It also provides tips for teens on how to say “no” without losing their friends (click on “Underage Drinking: You are stronger than you think”).