Underage Drinking Social Media Plan

Week 7 – Conversation Starters

Post Copy – All Platforms: Talking with your kids about alcohol doesn’t have to be complicated — and it makes a huge difference. Regular, calm conversations about alcohol and drug risks greatly reduce the chances of underage drinking. Start small. Talk often. They hear you — even when it doesn’t seem like it.

Why it works: 
➡️ Youth are less likely to drink when parents talk early and often 
➡️ Short, everyday conversations build trust and open communication 
➡️ Clear expectations help protect the developing brain and delay first use 

#agematters #delayfirstuse #braindevelopment #underagedrinking #conversationstarters #talktheyhear 

Post Copy – All Platforms:  Missouri youth say that open conversations at home make a big difference in the choices they make. According to Talk About It MO, parents who talk regularly with their kids about alcohol and substance risks help their children feel more prepared — and less pressured — when faced with real-life situations.

Try looking for simple, everyday teachable moments: 
➡️ During a car ride 
➡️ While watching TV together 
➡️ After school events or sports 
➡️ When topics come up naturally 

#agematters #delayfirstuse #braindevelopment #underagedrinking #conversationstarters #talktheyhear 

Post Copy – All Platforms: Starting the conversation about alcohol doesn’t have to be awkward — and it doesn’t have to be perfect. Short, everyday conversations help reduce the likelihood of underage drinking. You don’t need all the answers. You just need to start — they hear you.

#agematters #delayfirstuse #braindevelopment #underagedrinking #youthprevention #healthybrains #protectourfuture #talktheyhearyou #truth #conversationstarters 

Week 8 – Talk Often

Post Copy – All Platforms:  SAMHSA reminds parents that lots of small, everyday conversations are far more effective than one big, serious talk. Youth learn best through ongoing communication — the short check-ins, the casual moments, and the honest reminders that you’re there to guide them. Talking often builds trust — and trust keeps kids safer.

#agematters #delayfirstuse #braindevelopment #underagedrinking #talkoften 

Post Copy – All Platforms: Missouri youth say they make safer choices when they know they can turn to a trusted adult. According to Talk About It MO, ongoing communication — not just one big talk — helps kids feel more comfortable asking questions and sharing concerns about alcohol or other substances. Talking often strengthens relationships and protects kids from the risks of underage drinking.

#agematters #delayfirstuse #braindevelopment #underagedrinking #talkoften 

Post Copy – All Platforms: One big talk isn’t enough — ongoing conversations make the difference. Youth are less likely to drink alcohol when parents and caregivers talk early and talk often. You don’t have to say everything at once.  Just keep the conversation going — they hear you.

#agematters #delayfirstuse #braindevelopment #underagedrinking #youthprevention #healthybrains #protectourfuture #talktheyhearyou #truth #talkoften