AOD knowledge

• Understand how different factors can influence young people’s risk of AOD use and harm
• Know the facts about alcohol and understand why younger people are particularly vulnerable to alcohol-related harms
• Know the alcohol guidelines and laws in Australia
• Be aware of information and support services available, and how to access different services.

Effective parenting practices

• Delay your child’s first alcoholic drink for as long as possible
• Role model low-risk drinking
• Build and maintain a healthy relationship with your child
• Establish family rules
• Monitor your child’s schedule, activities, physical whereabouts, and friends
• Encourage your child’s participation in supervised activities including recreation and sport
• Talk with your child about alcohol and other drugs
• Support school connectedness and attendance
• Build your child’s media literacy.