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Do you let your teenagers drink at home?

Educating junior cycle students on the harms of alcohol reduces the likelihood of underage drinki...

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13.58 27 Feb 2020


Do you let your teenagers drink at home?


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13.58 27 Feb 2020


Educating junior cycle students on the harms of alcohol reduces the likelihood of underage drinking – according to findings of a study by Drinkaware and Maynooth University. The study shows that once alcohol education's provided, 47 of students say they have 'no interest or intention of drinking', compared to 30% pre-programme. Of the students who had consumed alcohol - 57% had their first drink either at their own, or someone else’s house Do you let your teenagers drinks at home? How did you come to that decision? Ciara chats to listeners


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