When a teenager gets his or her driver’s license, it’s a day of many emotions for parents. On one hand, parents can look forward to having another driver shoulder the responsibilities of daily tasks. When a teen can drive himself or herself, it frees up a parent’s...
From the first time you bring your child home from the hospital, you have done everything in your power to teach them how to be a good person, make smart choices, and follow the rules. Parents take responsibility for their children’s actions when they’re young, but...
This week is Teen Driver Safety Week. Every year in October, the National Safety Council and many other organizations across the United States, bring awareness to Teen Driving. Half of all teens will be involved in some sort of accident before they graduate high...
Teaching your kids the importance of not driving distracted is key to ensuring their lifelong safety behind the wheel. Parents and guardians need to emphasize safe driving habits and model them as well. Research indicates that parents tend to underestimate just how...
Underage drinking is an ever-present threat to public health in the United States. The most common recreational substance abused by teens is alcohol. A wide array of programs and strategies to combat this has been developed by various organizations, non-profits, and...