Having 3 kids in college I can say each one is completely different. It all depends on your child.
She definitely needs to know how much of everything like beer wine and liquor can get you drunk. The last thing you want is for her to chug a glass of whiskey, not knowing the repercussions.
Next, if you forbid her or not, she is going to face immense peer pressure to drink. The choice will be hers entirely. This is where giving up control is hard. Playing hardball might work at home but it has no affect at school.
I agree, no alcohol would be best for a young brain. Reality is a different thing though. I just showed them alcohol is a drug just like marijuana. It distorts reality. Just a fact based approach.
Also, being a girl. Make sure she knows what is in her drink at all times. Have her pour her own drink or buy her own drink. If she puts her drink down even for a second, have her get a new one. Getting drugged is by far more dangerous than the alcohol itself.
Best of luck, sounds like you are a good Mom...I bet she will be just fine
She definitely needs to know how much of everything like beer wine and liquor can get you drunk. The last thing you want is for her to chug a glass of whiskey, not knowing the repercussions.
Next, if you forbid her or not, she is going to face immense peer pressure to drink. The choice will be hers entirely. This is where giving up control is hard. Playing hardball might work at home but it has no affect at school.
I agree, no alcohol would be best for a young brain. Reality is a different thing though. I just showed them alcohol is a drug just like marijuana. It distorts reality. Just a fact based approach.
Also, being a girl. Make sure she knows what is in her drink at all times. Have her pour her own drink or buy her own drink. If she puts her drink down even for a second, have her get a new one. Getting drugged is by far more dangerous than the alcohol itself.
Best of luck, sounds like you are a good Mom...I bet she will be just fine
