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Supporting your child to make responsible decisions

Develop your child's ability to make informed choices and to feel positive about their decisions

As a parent, you know the impact of peer pressure on your child's decisions. You can help them to develop decision-making skills, confidence and an understanding of the consequences of their choices. Taking responsibility for actions is an important step in a young person’s growth to maturity.

Help your child become responsible for making decisions that enhance their wellbeing.

  • Steps in the decision-making process
  • Tips for talking to your child about peer pressure
  • Make safe choices about alcohol and other drugs
  • Make good lifestyle choices

Check out these resources

National Drugs Campaign: Tips for Parents

Parents can find out about talking about drugs with their child.

How to say no without losing face - Parents

Parents can watch this expert-reviewed video to help their children discover ways to say no without losing face in front of their friends.

Can we talk about alcohol and drugs - Parents

Parents can find tips for talking about drugs and alcohol with their children in this expert-reviewed video.

Brain development in teenagers

Find information to help your child build a healthy teenage brain.
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