Opening Lines of Communication

Risky Situations

Part of what you can do as a parent is set limits. Let your kids know that you do not want them in risky situations.

• “I don’t want you riding in a car with a driver who’s been using drugs or who’s been drinking.”
  
• “Honey, I love you, but you’ve got to know I’m your parent, not one of your friends. As your parent, I will not put up with you being in a place where drugs are being used.”
  
• “It’s my job as a parent to keep you safe, so I’m going to ask you questions about who you’re with and what you are doing.”
  
• “I care enough about you to let you know that I don’t want to see anything bad happen to you, and it would be hard not having you in my life.”

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